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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.c. Rosemount Interpretive Corridor Trail PlanAGENDA ITEM: Rosemount Interpretive Corridor Trail Plan AGENDA SECTION: PREPARED BY: Dan Schultz, Director of Parks and Recreation AGENt f E 0 2 1 ATTACHMENTS: Map and Interpretive Information APPROVED BY: 1/ RECOMMENDED ACTION: None, discussion only 4 ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL City Council Work Session: November 9, 2005 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND For the past several months staff have been working with land owners to try and identify a corridor that creates a scenic and educational trail connection from downtown Rosemount to the Mississippi River /Sprang Lake Park Multiple stop -off locations and interpretive sites are being proposed for the trail corndor The importance of having involved and informed land owners is to gain support of having the trail near their property. The main goal of this project is to provide a pedestrian connection from the heart of Rosemount to the Mississippi River /Spring Lake Regional Park and a future Regional Trail connection Second, we are hoping to provide interpretive and educational opportumues for trail users by creating stop -off areas along the trail Third, we are identifying opportunities for the preservation and restoration of natural resources along the trail to benefit the environment and make it a more enjoyable area to bike, walk, run or roller blade. The trail will be constructed as development occurs. Staff predicts that we would most likely start developmg the trail from west to east. As industrial or other development occurs m the east, we will work to gain the necessary easements for future trail construction. Because this is a long term plan and will most likely take many years to complete, we are expecting changes to take place with tegards to the final placement of the trail. The interpretive stop -off locations are also concepts and are meant to be used at this time to inspire more discussion and refinement of the interpretation at each stop when the time comes to btuld them At that time, development will better define the actual text and illustrations on the signs. SUMMARY Staff is providing this information to the Council for review A meeting is being planned for mid November where the public will have the opportunity to also comment on the plan The plan will be brought back to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a recommendation before final review by the City Council r I J 0 d cn N L b___} _r L y'4 c I a t e E I rn r m t` r; 45- it l e f imai ieaeoa uJnos i 0 w o N 2 j N 1- 2 a o W a h ire a Ln O oYNG ce LA U Z a s J a 2 V Iw mss a I- r, e; E J` P L s, rnrn Ln e 0 LI z S Q Q P 0 cc CO W W Q CO a ill e a N LJ Ln Q o _2 J W Overview Rosemount Interpretive Corridor OVER1LLINTERPRETIVE [HEW "Celebrating our Connection to the River" Trail u sers will team how different 'and uses and community piactices effect the Mississippi River and team about the ways a which their commilmt can and doss protect and enhance the river corridor Natural and cultural connections between Rosemount and the Mississippi River How City connects to river through a variety of landscapes/land uses developed, developing, industrial, aencultural, natural, park, aver How each relates to and can impact and/or enhance the Mississippi River Why the river is an important resource to Rosemount STANDARD CO IDOR INFRASTRUCTURE 1 Interprcti a Stops Seating and the stun area will take the form of a circular cistern the circular walls will be formed by different materials in each segment dependine on segment theme Seating may be'ncotporated into the circular walls or oe separate interpretive s ign with segment specific information, trail map Trail pavement material at the stop will be selected to support the interpretive theme of the stop Native plantings to support the interpretation theme at the stop Locating criteria lntemretive stops will be located witlun each segment determined by interpreta- tion theme Views Iron interpretative stop will be very Important and will need to be field checked Future land uses mill need to be considered in how they will effect views 2. R'ayfinding Markers Watindmg markers aill have a basic form of stacked stones with the stones becoming smoother on the markers as one gets closer to the river The top stone would have the mtlege aid 'rail name engraved in is Concrete pavement would include an engraved quote about the and or the nver Native plants .could he featured. varying at each site Optional idea for commissioned art piece at each ,parker Locating cr mien m Wayfmding markers should be used to help denote trail ciossmgs at key roadways, at trail links, and along long spans between interpretive stops (about every 1/4 mile) 3. Additional Interpn etive Signs Signage should he installed at restoration sites, greenways, buffers, and other points of nterest alone Iran 4. Plantings Special native plantings along trail to educate and emphasize the plant commum- 1 es of each segment and any restoration efforts that may he In process 5 Other Constdeiations; Roadwav Crossings Each situation will need to be addressed appropnately Signage for both trail users and Nei-muter traffic, roadway striping, pavement changes, flashing lights should all tie considered Trail Standard Trail construction to meet regional trail specifications 10ft bimmmous with 5ft obstacle clearance on each side Target grades not to exceed 5% "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR Typical elevation and plan of Interpretive Stops Typical plan and elevation of wayfinding markers DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005 Segment 1 Historic Village and Settlement 0.67miles it-frAJ _a 'HT INTERPRETIVE TOPICS FOR SIGN Historical context /timeline (city, farming, industry, regional park, expa iiing development, trail /corridor connection) Natural Heritage pre settlement landscape conditions Opportunity to connect with the river that borders their city INTERPRETIVE STOP FEATURES Location Trailhead in park Oe eretew of trail, segments and stops with map Explanation of interpretive theme and variety of landscapes trail users will see Explanation of each segment and how it relates to Rosemount and Mississippi River Seating, water pump, bike parking, etc THROUGHOUT CORRIDOR Trail wayfindmg markers Stacked roughs stone carrion (w /trail logo and milage engraved), quotes about river engraved on concrete trail pavement section, native plantings Downtown trail wayfinding marker Stacked cut stone w,tmap and "this way to Mississippi River" arrow STRUCTURE CHARACTER Historic cultural artifacts cistern, water pump, water runnels art Downtown Wayfending marker !rip -6(t concrete synth 6ft bit w,Fighl poles! Colnder limited to 1 1 egg casement weigh This segment takes trail users from the heart of downtown Rosemount though the spacious city park to the edge of traditional neighborhood It is about celebrating settlement and gathering A trail head in the park offers a place to gather, get informed about the corridor and use services before moving through the whole corridor to the River The condor width will be limited to trail easement only, with room for the trail head within the city park The theme will focus history of area and its relationship to the land and river INTERPRETIVE STOP PLAN! SECTION •v L am. 6R trod fl tuft cot r-,lor trail A about stop cu 6 Interpretive sign drinking pump Sculptures represenmrg the su nth mte`prct.e stop, are displayed aro circle tv6nterprarve massage hail asara slop here to fill water bottles at pump, &sees water runs ,hreugh tuna s to sculphrres .4 suiting mete mtmiCy r cistern, f Bring a place for groups to gather r sa about slap Name plantings surround the seating area, educarng maws about the local plant species they well see in the restuntar areas of the corridor sculpture 1 4 "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR waterpwnp S� aiphrre maniple for stop 6: representing the crftaal minatory bird corridor of the riser 1 1 MOTS t l bike r cks r r Bike racks DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005 Segment 2 Traditional Growth 0.85 miles dormice had i d to easement wt i INTERPRETIVE TOPICS FOR SIGN How traditional land use patterns and stormwater treatment Abuts- curb et tier, big storniponds City Stormwater Pollution Prevertton Plan (SWPPP) Mississippi Watershed your sand dram to the river Watershed- friendly lain care practices Stormwater facts (quantity, etc INTERPRETIVE STOP FEATURES Locate at overlook for storm pond Mark an adjacent dram inlet (water capacity)- watershed size and surface types Storm water quality monitoring made visible mvertdbraies, sediment, etc Seating mace from cut storm culverts Street curbing contains stop area, acts as bike stand Trail moves through huge culvert (tunnel) Demonstrate how home owners can improve water quality Canopy trees capture rainwater THROUGHOUT CORRIDOR Signs at dram inlets describing quantity and size of watershed Vvayf:nding markers STRUCTURE CHARACTER Stormwater infrastructure curbs, culverts, drains UIUi{P NO WASTE LI z, DRAINS TO STREAMM "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR L- This segment will typically be within a ioadway easemrnt througa traditional negbborhood developments with their curb and gutter and large storm ponding methods of dealing with rainwater I his Is an opportunity to demonstrate the scale of stormwater quantities, watershed surface effects, and how homeowner fit s The theme will Cocas on the awesome' quantities and larger scale ponding aeatment techniques and ways m which homeowrers can help asaxunlze water quality the city' Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan will be presented to Illustrate how the city Is addressing stonnwater issues INTERPRETIVE STOP PLAN AND SECTION I(ft corridor frail Trail uses s trm el through gum( culverts, de,nan ivaung the Page amounts of stormwater that a transferred m this Wm fsysietn Cirenhm seating wall is made from grant culvert The abject imprpxiani in the pavement Mehl:Aae the type of po!!n nom that lake their way rota the drnur' A sleet inlet ,s labeled ws h its watershed sane and poultry of water that enter m a APn-at storm meat blvdtlrces capture farg animas of rainwater Interpret ve tug!! ove-rioo4 v n large stormwater pond DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005 Segment 3 Integrating Settlement Natural Systems 1.68 miles THOU GHOUT CORRIDOR Irail corridor up to 300' v ide Rainwater gardens in swedes off trail Savanna restoration in trail conidor Way finding markers Restoration aloes maned Pertioas pa ed tut I..e at Intemi.1 atwn stop Rainwater gaideu Upland Ramwater I le' bal Se.+ana estoixban in •rail ecmdor drams to garden drams to re water rainwater garden garden Trail w iti bar a rainwatei gardens to capture mnnff and restored savanna throughout the condor segment Inter pi ernc corridor up to 300' wide, width tancs LNTERPRETIVE STOP TOPICS FOR SIGN INTERPRETIVE STOP PLAN ELEVATION Wetlands (WHEP program cortmumty based monitoring Conservation design (combines eni noanental integrity. economic prosperity and community hn ability) Creating greenway corridors to preserve landscapes through a combination of techniques (parkland dedication, easements etc Ratmeatet garden infiltration based stormwater management INTERPRETIVE STOP IT ATTIRES Located to or erlook a WHFP wetland Per.mr s s W tar me et stop Rainwater demonstration gardens Gateway to boardwa k trail through wetland Boardwalk trail allows nail users the experience of being lcrpretnc sign tt nil WHIP inoanorrne data Mutilated Pen ions pay axe like colored at er bands through the trail Cone It+� ItPii "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR This segment, with It, less dense■ developed edges, will lave more opportuni- ties to incorporate .estoration/preservation efforts alone its length The coon dor wads through lolling, terrain of rural homesteads, fann fields, and some high quality natural habitats The theme will focus on natural was s to oreserve water quality !the wetlands rainwater gardens, and illustrating best development practices /conservation design that me city is encouraging to preserve this valu- able landscape Wetland buffer plantings Rainwater Seat-gall l Barden Intetpretne stop acts as a gateway far a boardwalk through a wetland allowing trail users the ecpenence of bung in a 1 rid Trail Rana ate r dctn onstranon ardens surround terrren.c .top Perforated stone/ concrete seat -wall to reinforce the Idea that natcr mhlnatcs through rous materials Seat-wall Rautwator Savanna garden restaranon plantings ews ILO savanna oration area and cluster dcvelop- cnt/conservanon clopments DRAFT Concepts October 14. 2005 INTERPRETIVE TOPICS FOR SIGN Greenways providing wildhfe corridors that connect to the river Farmland and Natural Areas Program local land protection efforts Ecological restoration efforts and opportunities lWdc,und Flint Hills) Local agriculture and best management practices INTERPRETIVE STOP FEATURES Locate at views of farm fields and greenway Best farming practices Greenway Ditches compared to swales along side trail Trail through created wind row Map of proposed/planned greenways THROUGHOUT CORRIDOR Wayfinding markers Nesting structures Restoration areas with signage Featared plantings along side trail STRUCTURE CHARACTER Agriculture Trough, ditches, water pump, windmill, water tanks, cistern, wind rows lately] enve comdor uo to 300' vede, width varies it/ corridor trail Trellis reflects toe form of pivotal trrtganPR keeling wall made front solo blocks Water represented by recc artwork rn nmerne pavement Plana arc planted in contour row technique Interpretative Stgn Create n mdbreaks for n ridl fe, trod bisects section for rnterpremnorr "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR This less densely developed segment will also have opportunities to incorporate restoration /preservation efforts along its length The corridor winds through rolling terrain of rural homesteads, faun fields, and some high quality natural habitats The theme will focus on ways the city is working to preserve these valuable and varied landscape resources through park dedication, coordination with other agencies to create larger, more effective greenway corridors and preserving the productive farmland and using best fanning practices like windrows, buffers cover mops, etc INTFRETIVE STOP PLAN AND SECTION Trellis reflects tee form pc oral err garnn Seating wall made from silo blocks 1 1 i rr DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005 Segment 5 Integrating Industry Natural Systems DRAFT 3.30 miles r- INTERPRETIVE TOPICS FOR SIGN Greenways can be incorporated m industrial lands Compare t}pes of energy Historic and current transportation of goods by river, rail and truck INTERPRETIVE STOP FEATURES Locate at Flint Hills overlook Circular seating made from oil container Discuss how greenways can be incorporated in industrial lands Compare energy sources, (sun, wind, water oil) and associated environmental issues Historic and current transportation of goods (truck barge, rail) and associated environmental issues THROUGHOUT CORRIDOR Wayfmding markers Nesting structures Restoration areas and signage Featured plantings along side trail STRUCTURE CHARACTER Industrial relics, railroad, recycled products, utility lines, oil drums Corridor rip to 300' ride, width lanes "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR This segment runs through the industrial part of the region, down to the tloouplm,i of the Mississippi River While industrial uses do not typically benefit the environment, this segment interpretation looks at how the two can coexist together The interpretive stop will demonstrate the environmemal benefits of Greenways through industrial lands, balancing energy alternatives and limiting our consumption An opportunity to interpret the impacts of historic material transport methods (rad, trucking, barge) will also occur at this stop INTERPRETIVE STOP PLAN AND SECTION /Oft corridor trail Crrcle made front of7 tank. rwth wmdrma cut to chrect risen,. FYzde mints stone hase offers `eating on bath aide of nail Three modes of goods transportation are compared for energl conarrnptcen, enctronmental conszderatronq speed, and toads Artwork of enemas are engraved in concrete pavement Crushed Innestore stalk IntrrpretAcon man at renzdams interprer mew of local urdnafies Weldon: dnect veins Stone base for seating DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005 Segment 6 Linking to 1.47 miles Corridor ltavted to trat easement, may be eepausm opportunities This last segment is a proposed section of the Mississippi River Regional Trail South, and includes routing through Spring Lake Regional Park to get to the shores of the Mississippi River The corridor trail will run along the existing roadway until it turns into the park The mterprctne stop will focus oa the River and its importance as a National Flyway (and associated habitat), a transportation route, and a `vessel" for all the watersheds draining to it How do we preserve the habitat and water quality with so many user needs' lake the corridor 100,000 gallon quiz and find out how many gallons of water you can keep clean before you reach the River LNTERPRETR'E TOPICS FOR SIGN River facts size, number of species, etc Critical migratory bird corridor River habitats prairie, savanna, woodlands, floodplan Riverfront land protection and restoration efforts Pine Bend Blutts Spring Lake Park MNRRA Mwsissippi National Rteer and Recreation Area INTERPRETIVE STOP FEATURES Locate at base of ray me, OR at arrival of flood plain of riser National ]yway and associated resting /feeding habitats Iransportation of goods corridor dams, dredging, settlements Upland drainage flooding, water quality Map of Spring Lake Park Trails (or master plan) THROUGITOUT CORRIDOR Wayfmdmg markers Nesting structures Restoration areas and signage Featured plantings along side trail STRUCTLRE CIIAR4CTER Riser, floodplam, barges, ravines, dams, sandbars (album walls chaired) stream /nterprmve srgns Babwn walls hold had. the trot and form a tnannelrzed deeper trail "Celebrating Our Connection with the River" ROSEMOUNT INTERPRETIVE CORRIDOR Se9ho Trod enters concrete pai ement "dammed"area wherethe/lyw 3 t and barges are artistically enmvtd -a pavement INTERPRETIVE STOP P loft corndar trail Tra I begins to meander and sandbars form Washed up logs act as satiate. Section '4 N 4N!) SECTIONS F mry r PtVpp g yak Seetmn BB [hi ()ugh sandbar' 2 L a —BP semnn 4 A through' dredged" over trod Section CC through center of trail DRAFT Concepts October 14, 2005