2006 Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan - City of Lakeville

to take advantage of natural areas or unique vistas that may improve the
recreational experience of the trail system users. Through the development of
the MPTWs in a complete trail system plan, the City will meet the needs of both
the commuter and recreational trail user.
4. Trail user protection is another important concern when determining the route
and type of trail. Recognizing this concern, the City has established policies for
placement of off-street MPTWs and sidewalks along roadways. In developed
areas of the City where trail right-of-way cannot be obtained for a separate offstreet
trail, on-street trails will be provided. To provide the utmost protection to
the trail user, on-street trails shall be designed to State Aid standards and should
have an exclusive or semi-exclusive traffic lane. On-street parking on routes
designated for on-street trails should be limited or prohibited whenever possible.
5. It is this plan’s intention to provide routings which will not burden the City with
high acquisition and construction costs. Trail rights-of-way will be acquired as
part of the dedication process of a subdivision or included as roads are built or
improved within the City right-of-way.
6. Trail planning in conjunction with park development can expand the service area
of neighborhood parks through improved access. Bicycle and pedestrian trail
planning is integral to future neighborhood park development.
7. Through the process of formulating the Lakeville Parks, Trails and Open Space
Plan, the following trail system improvements were identified for priority
consideration:
a. Provide MPTW access to Ritter Farm Park to improve access to this
attractive facility for Lakeville residents.
b. Integrate overland MPTWs with greenways to provide residents with
bicycle and pedestrian access to Lakeville’s attractive open spaces.
c. The Canadian Pacific Rail line north of Airlake Industrial Park has been
identified for use as an overland trail corridor if abandoned.
d. Provide a trail loop around Lake Marion.
8. Lakeville’s local trail system will be integrated with adjoining communities and the
County trail system to gain access to the following destinations beyond the City’s
boundaries:
a. Minnesota River Valley.
b. Mississippi River via the Vermillion River Greenway.
c. Regional parks and trails.
d. Minnesota Zoo.
City of Lakeville, Minnesota
Chapter Six
2006 Comprehensive Parks, Trails, & Open Space Plan Page 177