Where are we going and how are we going to pay for it? These questions are tackled - in summary - in the following document. This executive summary is the companion to two additional presentations made by the RiverFirst team. Check out the schematic design and funding strategy presentations uploaded May 2 for more detail.
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RiverFIRST: A Parks Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Min...RiverFirst Initiative
(compressed file)
RiverFIRST: A Parks Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront
A 20-year city-building vision to reconnect people from near and far wit with one of the three great rivers of the world and "America's fourth coast."
Design Tom Leader Studio and Kennedy and Violich Architecture lead a multifaceted team of professionals to conceptualize five 21-st century parks for development within five years. These projects will revolutionize how we interact with the river, its landscape, our city and each other.
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(For reproduction-quality images, please contact us.)
In this presentation you'll get a preview of the public-private funding strategies for RiverFirst. Included are demographic maps of the RiverFirst area, key themes for implementation, findings about perception and approach to implementation, and broad Priority Project funding projections.
Donjek Inc. of St. Paul, Minnesota, completed the Finance Strategy research and analysis and prepared these Initial Findings.
Slideshow: RiverFirst Design and Implementation Plan (presented Sept 2011)RiverFirst Initiative
RiverFirst riverfront parks development proposal implementation plan slideshow, presented by HRA finance consultants and TLS/KVA, September 2011 in Minneapolis.
RiverFirst: A Park Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront.
A 20-year vision to re-create the quintessential Mississippi Riverfront city -- for the 21st century and beyond.
Authors: Tom Leader Studio, Kennedy & Violich Architecture under the Minneapolis Park Board's Minneapolis Riverfront Development Initiative, with Groundwork City Building and HR&A Advisors.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is actively assembling riverfront properties that will, in time, become developed parkland as envisioned by RiverFirst and the Above the Falls Regional Park Master Plan. Often, the properties have continuing commercial uses or are otherwise not ready for park development.
The Park Board annually sets aside funds to help manage the properties. However, it’s a struggle to implement a successful toolkit of simple yet impactful management strategies that demonstrate good stewardship, communicate positive messages and provide compelling community value. As a result, they often appear abandoned, don’t communicate positive messages to the public and provide little functional value.
The Dept. of Landscape Architecture at the University of Minnesota College of Design's RA-In-Practice program through the Minneapolis Parks Foundation has developed a policy framework and conceptual approaches to managing properties that celebrate them as meaningful public spaces with minimal capital investment.
This strategy was prepared over 2015-2016 with these Research Assistants: Leslie Johnson, Han Do and Chris Tallman.
RiverFIRST: A Parks Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Min...RiverFirst Initiative
(compressed file)
RiverFIRST: A Parks Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront
A 20-year city-building vision to reconnect people from near and far wit with one of the three great rivers of the world and "America's fourth coast."
Design Tom Leader Studio and Kennedy and Violich Architecture lead a multifaceted team of professionals to conceptualize five 21-st century parks for development within five years. These projects will revolutionize how we interact with the river, its landscape, our city and each other.
HR&A consultants contributed analysis and recommendations to the 5-year implementation plan.
Includes implementation grid, community engagement survey results, and letters of support and comments from more than 30 organizations and individuals.
(For reproduction-quality images, please contact us.)
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Executive Summary: Schematic Design, Finance Strategy and Next Steps
1. RiverFirst Initiative
Creating visionary parks on the Mississippi Riverfront
Introduction
This executive summary outlines:
• Schematic design work completed between August 2012 and May 2013
• RiverFirst Funding Strategy
• Next Steps for Implementation of RiverFirst Priority Projects
The RiverFirst vision is the product of expansive partnerships among many public agencies
and private organizations. So, too, implementation of RiverFirst projects will be a challenge
not for MPRB alone, but for the many partners who support the RiverFirst vision. These are
large, long-term projects with funding beyond the capacity of any one agency. Indeed, for
most projects, the funding gap is several multiples of the available MPRB funding. To build
and maintain the RiverFirst vision will require pairing public-agency capital funding with other
public and private sources. The Minneapolis Parks Foundation, with Donjek, is exploring
finance strategies to match potential funding entities with RiverFirst projects and partners.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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RiverFirst Initiative Executive Summary • May 1, 2013
3. Summary of Progress:
RiverFirst Funding Strategy
Since fall of 2012, Donjek has been involved in research, interviews and analysis to build a
funding strategy that the Minneapolis Parks Foundation and the Minneapolis Park and
Recreation Board can use to implement RiverFirst priority projects. Work has included
examination of public, individual, and corporate/philanthropic prospects for individual
priority projects and for project functions such as transportation or land restoration. Given the
geography and the range of these functions, the composition of public, philanthropic and
individual funding for each priority project will vary. In entirety, we estimate the prospective
funding breakdown of RiverFirst priority projects to be 70% public and 30% corporate/
philanthropic/individual capital contributions.
Development of a public funding inventory has included local, regional, and state sources, and
focused in particular on federal sources that match individual RiverFirst priority projects. Federal
priorities including surface water quality, nonmotorized transportation, air quality, habitat
restoration, and soil remediation are prominent goals for the programs identified. As it nears
completion, we will complete a discussion about public operating sources and stewardship
models to accompany the primary discussion of public sources of capital funding.
A second element of the funding strategy is a scan of prospects for a RiverFirst capital
campaign. We have examined past giving by regional, national and corporate foundations,
as well as individuals, to gauge interest in a capital campaign for priority projects and the
RiverFirst vision as a whole. We have completed over fifty interviews of Minneapolis and
regional stakeholders including civic leaders, prospective contributors and champions,
foundation program officers, and representatives of the business community. As a whole,
interest is significant, and contingent on a unified and demonstrated case made about the
social and economic value of investments in the Upper River and in RiverFirst.
Six case studies of comparable scale urban park projects have been developed to highlight
successful funding strategies employed elsewhere. These efforts are diverse in the functions
played by the park, the composition of capital funding, and the structure used to provide
operating support for maintenance and stewardship. These case studies will provide
perspective and ideas for supporters of RiverFirst as project partners build a strategic plan
for implementation.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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Great ideas supported by great designs… paired with strong
leadership from government, citizens, businesses and institutions,
have significant capacity to attract capital.
RiverFirst: A Park Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront
RiverFirst Initiative Executive Summary • May 1, 2013
4. Schematic Design Summary
This is a summary of schematic design work completed by the RiverFirst design
consultant team between August 2012 and May 2013. Full versions of design
drawings and technical reports for each project are available. Staff intends to use
this summary as a basis for recommending to the Board next steps toward final
design, permitting and construction of select projects. Implementation depends
on MPRB priorities, project readiness, available funding and partnerships.
Project locations are shown on the following map. This summary describes the
following for each project:
• proposed design
• budget and funding
• project location, and status relative to MPRB park land
• implementation challenges
• potential partnerships, including finance strategies
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
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RiverFirst Initiative Executive Summary • May 1, 2013
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RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Key Map to RiverFirst Schematic Design
and Feasibility Projects
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
$ 1.8m1
Avail. MPRB capital funds $ 600,000
Other funding2
$ 1m Federal grant
On MPRB-owned property? Partially
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs 1.41 ac. railroad land; minor City right-of-way; easement at Graco
Implementation Challenges
Property acquisition The process with BNSF has been initiated, but any railroad land acquisition typically
requires many months to complete. Need to engage Graco regarding potential trail
easement.
Site remediation The existing rail bed is assumed to contain hazardous materials. Prior to acquisition,
due-diligence will include environmental investigations and cost estimates for remediation.
Permitting MPCA and County regulate site remediation. Federal funding mandates MN-DoT
review and approval of trail design and construction. Preliminary permissions from
County and City have been obtained to route the trail under the Broadway and
Plymouth bridges, respectively.
Implementation schedule The Federal funding grant sunsets in 2015. Phasing options will be considered
depending on progress with land acquisition.
Partnership Potential
Hennepin County Potential funding for site remediation; coordination at Broadway bridge
MWMO Potential funding for stormwater management features and site restoration plantings
City of Minneapolis coordination at Plymouth Ave bridge; links to bicycle network
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
East Bank Trail
This off-road bicycle and pedestrian trail would connect Marshall
St NE at the BNSF railroad bridge with Boom Island Park, passing
through existing Sheridan Memorial Park and the proposed park
on the Scherer Bros. site. The RiverFirst schematic design includes
signage, plantings, overlooks and other trail amenities.
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Finance
Est. total project budget1
$ 15.6m1
Est. “Phase 1a” budget $ 9.1m1 see below*
Avail. MPRB capital funds $ 3.4m total available for all projects in ATF Regional Park through 2014;
$ 1.5m available in ATF Regional Park in 2018
Other funding2
$ 960,000 MWMO grant
On MPRB-owned property? Partially
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs none
Implementation Challenges
Site remediation Some additional remediation for earthwork at Hall’s Island and beach
Permitting USACE – Section 404 and Section 10; MPCA – EAW and 401 certification; DNR – Public
Waters; SHPO – Cultural resource impacts review; USFWS – Endangered Species review;
County – Wetlands Conservation Act; City – Site Development and Shoreland/Critical
Area Zoning;
For projects of less than 3 acres, the USACE may choose to issue a Letter of Permission
rather than pursuing Section 404 permitting.
*Implementation schedule Depending on permitting and available funding, pursue Phase 1a: Hall’s Island and gravel
beach/shoreline restoration only, with full park construction as a later phase TBD.
Partnership Potential
MWMO Co-sponsor permit applications; technical support through design phase
NPS Co-sponsor permit applications; add to park programming and events
Hennepin County Potential funding for additional site remediation
Public/private Explore potential private funding of individual elements. Boat-rental concession fees could
contribute to park to maintenance.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Scherer Bros. Site – New Park and Restored Hall’s Island
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The new park and recreated Hall’s Island would provide access to the river
for paddlers and other users within a context of habitat and restored
ecological function for this site. The vision includes a habitat-rich island of
nearly 4.4 acres, a pebble beach, boat rental and storage for paddlers, a
park-supportive cafe pavilion, and terraced gathering spaces to be
programmed throughout the seasons.
RiverFirst Initiative Executive Summary • May 1, 2013
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Finance
Est. project budget1
$ 870,0001
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
$ 50,000 MWMO grant
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs none, proposed design is within City right-of-way
Implementation Challenges
Site remediation Unknown; minimize through design.
Permitting City of Minneapolis Encroachment and Shoreland Zoning permits required.
Proposed design includes no structures in the river.
Implementation schedule Due to the site’s isolation, consider this project only as a compliment to the
City’s proposed renovation of 26th Ave North.
Lafarge/CenterPoint Coordinate vehicle access needs on 26th Ave N; explore potential future trail easement
along riverbank
Partnership Potential
DNR Potential funding for fishing pier component of project
MWMO Potential additional funding for stormwater management features and riverbank restoration
City of Minneapolis Coordinate with proposed City renovation of 26th Ave N roadway
Public/private Explore potential private funding of individual elements.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
26th Avenue North River Overlook Pier
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
This street-level overlook
would provide visual
access to the river,
bringing activity to an area
on the west bank that
currently is abandoned,
overgrown and unsafe.
The new pier would
extend over the river’s
edge, with furnishings and
lighting to facilitate fishing and informal gatherings. Stormwater could be filtered in planted strips along the
roadway and new bike path. This project could be pursued following the City’s renovation of 26th Ave North.
RiverFirst Initiative Executive Summary • May 1, 2013
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Finance
Est. project budget1
TBD pending coordination with City designs
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
requested $ 1.5m State Bonding
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? No
Property acquisition needs none, proposed design is within City right-of-way
Implementation Challenges
Site remediation Assume minor remediation at potential planting/stormwater filter strip.
Permitting Streetscape design elements depend on Special Services District at the discretion of
adjacent property owners.
Engagement Continue to work with City staff to engage adjacent property owners and residents.
Implementation schedule Depends on City’s project schedule
Partnership Potential
Private For many potential streetscape elements, adjacent property owners must self-petition
through City DPW for a Special Services District to fund capital improvements and
ongoing maintenance.
MWMO Explore potential additional funding for stormwater management features.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
26th Avenue North Greenway
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
Because this project is envisioned as
streetscape enhancements to the City’s
planned renovation of 26th Ave N between
Lyndale Ave N and the river, much depends
on the City’s project schedule. Potential
streetscape elements could include lighting,
signage, plantings and stormwater
treatment. As of April 2013, City departments
of Public Works and Water continue to work
internally on preliminary designs, and to
collaborate with MPRB staff. MPRB can
pursue design of streetscape enhancements
following the City’s resolution of technical
design issues.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
$ 1.6m1
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
none currently
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs none, the bridge is a City-owned and operated facility
Implementation Challenges
Permitting Approval by Department of Public Works staff
Implementation schedule Because MPRB has yet to finalize designs, identify funding or initiate a permit application it
is unlikely that RiverFirst designs would be ready for construction as part of the City’s
bridge-renovation project in 2013. City DPW staff could support the RiverFirst proposal to
re-stripe vehicle and bicycle lanes asymmetrically in 2013 only if RiverFirst enhancements
were ready for construction.
Partnership Potential
Community St. Anthony West Neighborhood Organization wrote a letter of support.
City DPW Explore shared maintenance agreement.
Public/private Explore potential private funding of individual elements.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Plymouth Avenue Bridge Enhancements
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The RiverFirst design would retro-fit pedestrian spaces and
amenities including overlook decks, furnishings, improved
lighting and connections to the new park on the Scherer
site. The City’s bridge-renovation project is scheduled to be
complete by late 2013; the proposed RiverFirst
enhancements could be installed as a later phase.
The RiverFirst vision includes “knot bridges” or pedestrian/
bicycle bridges attached to existing bridge structures. In
collaboration with staff from the County and the City, the
design consultant explored the feasibility of knot bridges at
the Broadway and Plymouth bridges. Structurally, the
Broadway bridge is unable to accommodate a knot bridge. A new free-standing bike/ped bridge at Broadway is not
feasible for regulatory and budget reasons. At the Plymouth bridge, the City’s renovation project presented
opportunities to explore bridge enhancement as an alternative to the knot bridge.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
depends on scope
Pilot project at Gluek Park $ 100,0001
approx.
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
none currently
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? varies
Property acquisition needs n/a
Implementation Challenges
Permitting City – Encroachment permits; all proposed work is in public right-of-way.
Infrastructure gaps Sidewalks and bicycle lanes are missing along portions of Pacific Street North and 2nd
Street North.
Connectivity Especially along the west bank, many potential sites for wayfinding improvements are
isolated and not inviting to pedestrians and bicyclists. Currently, very few river destinations
draw visitors along the west bank.
Safety Truck traffic and narrow sidewalks hinder pedestrians and bicyclists.
Engagement Need to contact City and County departments and adjacent property owners prior to
pursuing potential demonstration projects.
Partnership Potential
Community Explore neighborhood support for one or more “pilot projects.”
City and County Explore shared maintenance agreements.
Public/private Explore potential private funding of individual elements.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Trails and Loops: Wayfinding Elements
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
Using signage and temporary
installations, this design would
identify pedestrian and bicycle
“trail” loops between Lowry
Ave N and Plymouth Ave N/8th
Ave NE for immediate
implementation. While the
MPRB vision for this area
includes parkland acquisition
and construction of off-road trails, such improvements are extremely long-term pursuits. These proposed near-term
improvements would be guided by the RiverFirst principle of linking both riverfronts with the surrounding
communities, transforming the river from a barrier to a connector. A “pilot project” at Gluek Park could include
signage, pavement marking and a RiverFirst kiosk. The intent would be to highlight river connections and to
interpret river ecologies for park visitors. Pilot project cost would depend on scope and extent.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
$ 25,0001
Demonstration Project* $ TBD
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
none currently
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? No
Property acquisition needs n/a
Implementation Challenges
Permitting City – Encroachment permits; any potential improvements would be in public right-of-way.
Limited space Existing roadway elements constrain opportunities for adding wayfinding elements.
Engagement Need to contact City and County departments and adjacent property owners prior to
pursuing potential demonstration projects.
Partnership Potential
*City and MWMO Potential RiverFirst demonstration project as part of stormwater-management and other
site improvements at Edison High School scheduled for construction in summer 2013.
Mpls. Parks Foundation Explore potential sponsorship individual wayfinding elements.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
22nd Avenue Northeast Greenway
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The intent of this RiverFirst
design is to enhance the
existing City of Minneapolis
Bicycle Boulevard. Due to a
narrow existing roadway,
parking needs and existing
elements such at street
trees, opportunities are
limited for RiverFirst
enhancements. The project would not reconstruct the roadway but would add signage and pavement markings to
indicate river connections. The RiverFirst project scope on 22nd Ave NE is between Marshall St NE and 2nd St NE at
Bottineau Park. There is potential to participate in a demonstration project at Edison High School, where site
improvements are planned for construction in summer 2013.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
$ 2.2m1
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
none currently
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs none, proposed design is on County land
Implementation Challenges
Permitting/engagement County – Need for continued discussion with County if MPRB is to pursue this project.
Connectivity Currently this area of the west bank is isolated from pedestrian and bicycle routes, with
very few river destinations to draw visitors to the area. The project could be reconsidered
with a West River Parkway extension.
Partnership Potential
MWMO Explore potential additional funding for stormwater management features.
Hennepin County Explore potential shared maintenance agreement.
Public/private Explore potential private funding of individual elements.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Lowry Connector
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The intent of this RiverFirst design is to improve
pedestrian and bicycle connections between the west
bank and the Lowry Bridge. The project would
construct a new ramp and steps entirely on existing
Hennepin County-owned property between Pacific
Street North and a railroad corridor. Proposed new site
lighting, furnishings and plantings would create a
park-like condition. The County’s existing stormwater-
management basin would be reconstructed to
enhance habitat and aesthetic value. The design of the
Connector accommodates the potential future
extension of West River Parkway at the Lowry Bridge.
Fill soils for the ramp could use excavated material
from the new beach on the Scherer site, depending
on project timing.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
n/a
Avail. MPRB capital funds n/a
Other funding2
n/a
On MPRB-owned property? Yes
Within ATF Regional Park? No
Property acquisition needs none
Implementation Challenges
MPRB policy Currently, MPRB policy is not clear about how to approach such a public-private
partnership. Guidance is needed from the Board.
Request for Proposals Explore issuing the RFP to select potential developers prior to wide release,
to test market feasibility.
Partnership Potential An RFP would require that prospective developers commit to a partnership role in funding
park construction and operations as part of a long-term land-lease agreement.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Scherer Site Parcel D — Development Guidelines
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The goal of this RiverFirst work is to establish design guidelines
and performance criteria for possible park-supportive
development on Parcel D of the Scherer Bros. site. Parcel D is
outside Above the Falls Regional Park, but immediately adjacent
to the future park and beach. If MPRB issues a Request for
Proposals (RFP) for development on Parcel D, design and
performance guidelines would be incorporated along with land-
lease and financial terms, and standards for site operations and
maintenance. These ambitious benchmarks would ensure that any
development proposed for this desirable site would be held to a
high standard as a long-term good neighbor for the park. Typical
examples are listed here:
Building LEED certification, green roofs, sustainable materials, day-lighting, structured parking, etc.
Site Preserve park access points for the public, limit surface parking, exceed stormwater-
management standards, install low-impact landscapes, use dark-sky lighting, etc.
Uses Contribute to park stewardship and maintenance; promote day and evening, weekday and
weekend uses; provide public meeting spaces; explore shared parking; reserve a portion
of the site for a farmer’s market or similar community use; etc.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
n/a
Avail. MPRB capital funds n/a
Other funding2
n/a
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs n/a
Implementation Challenges
Design Anchoring systems have not been designed or engineered.
Permitting DNR/USACE – Permitting path is not clear. US Coast Guard – Permitting required for any
structures attached to existing bridges
Maintenance MPRB does not have staff capacity to maintain such floating wetlands in the river, or to
place/remove/store them seasonally.
Lead agency status Currently, MPRB does not intend to lead further efforts towards implementation
of floating wetlands.
Partnership Potential
River partner orgs Explore potential partnership with Mississippi Watershed Management Org, National Park
Service and Friends of the Mississippi River.
Consider a small pilot project to clarify permitting and technical issues with
regulatory agencies.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
Floating Wetlands Feasibility Study
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and escalation through
projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The goal of this RiverFirst feasibility study
is to assess the regulatory and logistical
challenges — as well as the costs/benefits
— of placing and maintaining artificial
floating islands in the Mississippi River, as
described in the RiverFirst vision
document. The intent of such a project
would be to enhance habitat value.
Potential water-quality improvements
would be negligible and would not be a
primary project goal. Floating islands (or
“floating wetlands”) would provide
habitat and refuges for small animals,
particularly “specialists,” protecting them
from mainland predation.
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Finance
Est. project budget1
n/a
Avail. MPRB capital funds none currently
Other funding2
none currently
On MPRB-owned property? No
Within ATF Regional Park? Yes
Property acquisition needs Yes, extensive
Implementation Challenges
Design Without accurate survey information, detailed engineering is not possible.
Permitting MN-DoT/County/City – regulate roadway design and construction
Property acquisition Long-term acquisition goals are outlined in the ATF Regional Park Master Plan. MPRB
would pursue acquisitions by engaging with willing sellers.
Railroad crossings Several existing at-grade rail crossings must be resolved in final design.
Funding Currently, Metropolitan Council policy does not allow use of Regional Park funding for
roadway construction.
Phasing Parkway extension is a very a long-term goal. Early phasing could be considered when the
City decommissions the Upper Harbor Terminal.
Partnership Potential
City Explore land-acquisition strategies, including at the UHT.
Metropolitan Council Discuss Regional Park policies that allow funding for new parkways.
RIVERFIRST PRIORITY PROJECTS SCHEMATIC DESIGN SUMMARY
West River Parkway Extension – Conceptual Alignment
1 All estimated project budgets include markups for design/admin (16%), construction contingencies (15%), contracting (11%) and
escalation through projected implementation year (6%/yr). Property acquisition and site remediation costs are not included.
2 Additional funds possible from RiverFirst Initiative fundraising strategies currently in development by Mpls. Parks Foundation.
The goal of this RiverFirst design work is to identify a feasible alignment for
future West River Parkway between North Mississippi Regional Park and West
River Road North at Ole Olson Park. The RiverFirst design consultant
collaborated with MPRB staff and a design consultant working on the Above
the Falls Regional Park plan. The resulting preliminary parkway alignment
informed the ATF Regional Park plan and the City’s land-use guidance in the
larger ATF Master Plan. The map at right shows the segment from Lowry Ave
N to Ole Olson Park.
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Project illustrations
Below are selected illustrations of the RiverFirst schematic design concepts.
PROJECT ILLUSTRATIONS
Scherer Site –
Park and Hall’s Island
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Hall’s Island Habitat
Concept (above) and
Scherer park sections
(below)
PROJECT ILLUSTRATIONS
Below are selected illustrations of the RiverFirst schematic design concepts.
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Trails and Loops
PROJECT ILLUSTRATIONS
Below are selected illustrations of the RiverFirst schematic design concepts.
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East Bank Trail (above) and
Wayfinding demonstration
project (below)
PROJECT ILLUSTRATIONS
Below are selected illustrations of the RiverFirst schematic design concepts.
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26th Avenue North
River Overlook Pier
PROJECT ILLUSTRATIONS
Below are selected illustrations of the RiverFirst schematic design concepts.
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23. Next Steps
DRAFT RiverFirst Priority Project Construction Schedule
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TIMELINE
To achieve this ambitious timeline, the recommended immediate next steps
for MPRB are:
• Recommit to the RiverFirst Vision as an MPRB priority and designate continued
staffing and capital funding
• Maintain partnerships, both as a RiverFirst Initiative Managing Partner and
as a Fundraising partner with the Minneapolis Parks Foundation
• Maintain and identify strategic project based partners
• Support staff Priority Project implementation recommendations
To maintain momentum and cultivate greater public trust,
near-term implementation of projects is essential.
This will require action by many leaders and collaboration
with supporting partners.
RiverFirst: A Park Design Proposal and Implementation Framework for the Minneapolis Upper Riverfront
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
East Bank Trail 26th Avenue N Scherer Bros. Site Plymouth Avenue
River Overlook Pier Water Works Bridge
Upper Harbor Terminal Transition
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