Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2019 10 09

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Open Space Advisory Board Minutes September 11, 2019 Page 4 of 5 easier to build due to topography; Ember noted that Boulder staff is more supportive of Option B due to agricultural concerns. Laura noted that the Marshall Rd crossing would also need to be addressed. Wendy Sweet spoke in favor of this connection. Aaron Clark Spoke in favor of this connection and noted that longer trails are a "selling feature" for city with cyclists. Ryan noted that OSAC annually ranks trails and this is #2; high on the list due to connectivity. He also plans to add this trail to Superior's submission to Boulder County request list. Ember noted that the deadline for Boulder County request lists is January, 2020. B. Rocky Mountain Greenway and Superior's Response Joel noted that OSAC's stance is to not proactively seek connections thru Superior with the Rocky Mountain Greenway trail organization (planned trail from Rocky Mountain Arsenal to Rocky Mountain National Park). OSAC prefers supporting trails that go around Rocky Flats due to potential radiation concerns, especially given the soil disruption that would occur with trail building. C. Connectivity needs to Nawatny Ridge (aka Conoco -Phillips) Property (pg. 12 of Sept 2019 packet). Ryan noted that the Hodgson -Harris Reservoir property is for sale; OSAC would like to acquire this property Open Space due to unique bird life. Development would probably consist of dense housing. He noted that OSAC is leaning towards skirting this property to the south with trails along 88th and then hooking up with Rock Creek Trail & Broomfield. Laura noted OSAB interest in connecting new retail north towards downtown Louisville, and that developer is keen to make the Rock Creek trail connections work. She asked OSAC to keep us posted as plans develop. Peter Ruprecht asked best way for OSAB & OSAC to work together. Laura noted that OSAC can be invited to any meetings where Nawatny Ridge developers are presenting. 15. Discussion Item: Superior's Coal Creek Trail Project & Nature Play Ryan noted that re -build of trail after 2013 flood was influenced by the change in the course of the creek. Superior Parks & Rec developed the plans for parks on both sides of the creek, with the creek being an integral part of the park, encouraging wading/playing in the creek. Access is rock -lined to reduce stream -edge degradation. 16. Discussion Item: Wayfinding (pgs 13-28 of Sept 2019 packet) Laura presented and described these pages. Consultants recommended emphasizing major arteries, with names, icons, and colors. Signage incorporates a small footprint using colors & icons to make artery intersections clear. City Council has been reluctant to approve the signage due to cost concerns. Ember noted efforts to clarify connections at edge of Louisville to other communities.