Lakes Calhoun and Harriet Master Plan News
Preferred Concepts for Calhoun-Harriet Trail and Access Improvements
Preferred concepts for the Calhoun-Harriet Trail and Access Improvements project have been posted online. These concepts were shaped by public feedback garnered from the Calhoun-Harriet Master Plan, two public open houses and hundreds of online survey responses. Click the link below to view
The concepts will be brought into final design this winter and construction will begin in the spring. Please check the Calhoun-Harriet Trail and Access Improvements project page for more details.
The concepts will be brought into final design this winter and construction will begin in the spring. Please check the Calhoun-Harriet Trail and Access Improvements project page for more details.
Background
The Minneapolis Chain of Lakes is the most visited regional park in the seven county metropolitan area. Estimated visits to park have increased from 2.2 million in 1995 to more than 5 million in 2013, with 45% of the visits from people living outside of Minneapolis. The natural resources, surrounding neighborhoods, and amenities of these two parks are heavily impacted by the public use and popularity of these parks areas.
Approximately $3 million from the Met Council Parks and Trails funds is available for improvements at Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet Parks.
Click on the following links for more information on the Lake Harriet & Calhoun Master Plan.
MPRB Project Webpage
Past CAC Meetings and Open House Summaries
Full CAC meeting and Open House Schedule
Subscribe to email notifications
Provide Public Comment
Draft Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska-Harriet Master Plan Available For Public Review and Comment (until March 4, 2017)
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking comments on a draft of the Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska-Harriet Master Plan. This document will create a 25-year vision for Lake Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska, Lake Harriet, and surrounding parkland within Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Regional Park.
The draft Master Plan is the result of 18 months of community-based planning and design. Public comments will be accepted until March 4, 2017.
The plan is available online on the Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska-Harriet Master Plan project page. Printed copies of the plan along with paper surveys will be available after Jan. 25 at each of the 13 recreation centers located in southwest Minneapolis, MPRB headquarters and the Walker, Linden Hills, and Washburn libraries. Community members may comment by filling out a brief online survey, a printed survey at one of the locations referenced above or by emailing or phoning the project manager listed below.
At the conclusion of the open comment period, MPRB staff will catalog and categorize each public comment to assess its impact to plan. The comments will be taken into consideration by the Board of Commissioners when considering approval after a public hearing on the plan.
Once approved by the Board of Commissioners, the plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for review and adoption. Future funding of capital improvements at the two lakes and surrounding parkland is contingent upon a Met Council adopted master plan.
The first round of improvements identified in the plan will begin in spring 2017.
The draft Master Plan is the result of 18 months of community-based planning and design. Public comments will be accepted until March 4, 2017.
The plan is available online on the Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska-Harriet Master Plan project page. Printed copies of the plan along with paper surveys will be available after Jan. 25 at each of the 13 recreation centers located in southwest Minneapolis, MPRB headquarters and the Walker, Linden Hills, and Washburn libraries. Community members may comment by filling out a brief online survey, a printed survey at one of the locations referenced above or by emailing or phoning the project manager listed below.
At the conclusion of the open comment period, MPRB staff will catalog and categorize each public comment to assess its impact to plan. The comments will be taken into consideration by the Board of Commissioners when considering approval after a public hearing on the plan.
Once approved by the Board of Commissioners, the plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for review and adoption. Future funding of capital improvements at the two lakes and surrounding parkland is contingent upon a Met Council adopted master plan.
The first round of improvements identified in the plan will begin in spring 2017.
Initial Plans For Calhoun-Harriet Trail and Access Improvements First Meeting Oct 4
Public Meetings
Date: Oct. 4 and November 9, 2016
Time: 6-8 pm
Location: Lyndale Farmstead Recreation Center
Address: 3900 Bryant Ave. S
Topic: Unveil and discuss concept plans for trail and access improvements around Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet.
This is the first of two Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) community open houses to gather public input regarding proposed trail and access improvements along Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet Bicycle and Pedestrian Trails.
These trail improvements seek to improve safety and overall usability. All are welcome to attend this open house and provide comment.
Project Page
Date: Oct. 4 and November 9, 2016
Time: 6-8 pm
Location: Lyndale Farmstead Recreation Center
Address: 3900 Bryant Ave. S
Topic: Unveil and discuss concept plans for trail and access improvements around Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet.
This is the first of two Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) community open houses to gather public input regarding proposed trail and access improvements along Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet Bicycle and Pedestrian Trails.
These trail improvements seek to improve safety and overall usability. All are welcome to attend this open house and provide comment.
Project Page
Final Calhoun-Harriet Master Plan CAC Recommendations Released
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) would like to thank the Calhoun-Harriet Master Plan Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for its tireless work throughout 11 public meetings spanning almost 10 months. At its last meeting, the CAC approved its final recommendations for the master plan, which will create a 25-year vision for Lake Calhoun, Lake Harriet and the surrounding parkland within Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Regional Park.
View the recommendations here.
Next Steps
A formal master plan document is currently being drafted based on the final CAC recommendations. The draft master plan document is expected to be presented to the Board of Commissioners later this summer.
Once the Board of Commissioners receives the draft master plan document, it will open a 45-day public comment period. After the public comment period closes, MPRB staff will categorize and respond to each public comment and seek approval from the Board of Commissioners.
Once approved by the Board of Commissioners, the master plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for its approval and final adoption. The first round of improvements identified in the master plan will begin in spring 2017.
View the recommendations here.
Next Steps
A formal master plan document is currently being drafted based on the final CAC recommendations. The draft master plan document is expected to be presented to the Board of Commissioners later this summer.
Once the Board of Commissioners receives the draft master plan document, it will open a 45-day public comment period. After the public comment period closes, MPRB staff will categorize and respond to each public comment and seek approval from the Board of Commissioners.
Once approved by the Board of Commissioners, the master plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for its approval and final adoption. The first round of improvements identified in the master plan will begin in spring 2017.
Final Lake Harriet & Calhoun Master Planning Process May 10 Meeting Location Update
AThe final Community Advisory Committee meeting for the Calhoun Harriet Master Plan will be Tuesday May 10 from 6-8:30 at the Jones Harrison Residence, 3700 Cedar Lake Avenue, Minneapolis. The location change is due to road construction, rush hour, and the earlier start time of 6 pm.
All meetings are open to the public and will include an opportunity for public participation and/or comment.
May 10
6-8:30 pm
Jones Harrison Residence, 3700 Cedar Lake Avenue, Minneapolis
Topic: Discuss project priorities for approximately $3 million in improvements that will begin construction in 2017
Click on the following links for more information.
MPRB Project Webpage
Past CAC Meetings and Open House Summaries
Subscribe to email notifications
Provide Public Comment
All meetings are open to the public and will include an opportunity for public participation and/or comment.
May 10
6-8:30 pm
Jones Harrison Residence, 3700 Cedar Lake Avenue, Minneapolis
Topic: Discuss project priorities for approximately $3 million in improvements that will begin construction in 2017
Click on the following links for more information.
MPRB Project Webpage
Past CAC Meetings and Open House Summaries
Subscribe to email notifications
Provide Public Comment
Upcoming Meetings and Open Houses
The November 17 Citizen’s Advisory Committee (CAC) #6 meeting focused on areas 5-9 which included East Calhoun, South Calhoun and William Berry, the Harriet Bandshell area, the Lower Road on East Harriet,and Lyndale Gardens. Project renderings presented at the meeting can be viewed on the Meeting Summary website page. Focus Areas 1-4 have been posted and can be found under the CAC Meeting #5 summary. Visit the project page (under the “Get Involved” tab) for all meeting presentation materials.
All meetings are open to the public and will include an opportunity for public participation and/or comment.
CAC Meeting #8
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Topic: Projects, Costs, and Prioritization
6:30-8:30 pm
Jones Harrison Residence, 3700 Cedar Lake Ave
CAC Meeting #9
March 24, 2016
Location: MPRB Headquarters, 2117 W River Rd, Minneapolis, 55411
Time: 6:00-8:30 (Note starting time change)
Type: Public Meeting
CAC Meeting #10
April 21, 2016
Location: MPRB Headquarters, 2117 W River Rd, Minneapolis, 55411
Time: 6:00-8:30 (Note starting time change)
Type: Public Meeting