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Chute Square Park Design
1. Posted by http://MillCityTimes.com
Chute Square Park is a one-acre park at the gateway to Northeast
Minneapolis. It is a place to walk, enjoy a leisurely lunch, or relax and watch the
vibrant Northeast scene. The park is the site of the first University of Minnesota
building and is home to the Ard Godfrey house, the oldest frame house still
standing in Minneapolis. The Greek revival-style house was moved to Chute
Square in 1907 and was extensively restored by the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis.
Today this neighborhood gem awaits neighborhood contributions to implement a
planned update of park amenities being spearheaded by the newly-formed Friends
of Chute Square Park. The proposed renewal plan will help maintain and improve
the welcoming ambience of the park, ensure nighttime safety and enhance
neighborhood property values.
2. Posted by http://MillCityTimes.com
Design Solutions
• Create welcoming entries at corners by building small • Improve handicap access to the Ard Godfrey house
entrance areas through integrated universal design
• Improve safety by adding pedestrian-scaled lights along • Create safe walking surfaces for pedestrians by replacing
the paths and in the central plaza worn asphalt walks with new charcoal gray colored concrete
paths
• Create a festive nighttime atmosphere with decorative
up-lighting on several park trees • Create a brighter and more attractive environment
through a plan that will enhance community health,
• Encourage relaxing in the park by adding new and more attractiveness and property values - all proven benefits of
sturdy picnic tables that will complement the new benches neighborhood parks.
• Brighten up the park by replacing existing benches with
brightly colored, elegant and more inviting models
Park Elements
Existing Conditions Proposed Elements New Picnic Tables
There currently are two heavily used picnic tables in
the park. Two new square tables will be purchased - one
to provide additional seating and handicap access and
another to replace one of the old tables. This will bring the
total number of tables to three; new tables will be located
adjacent to the existing table built in 1940 by the WPA
Existing picnic tables are deteriorating. which will remain due to its historic designation.
New Pedestrian-scaled Lights
There are only three pedestrian-scaled lights around the
park and these provide light only around the perimeter
rather than within the park. Additional new lights selected
to fit with the historic nature of the park will be located
around the central plaza and adjacent to each pathway to
illuminate the park’s interior, making it safer and more
There are not enough lights in the park. inviting.
New Brightly Colored Benches
Currently the benches in the park are old and several are
broken. New benches located around the central plaza and
paths will add a vibrant updated and more inviting feel. The
bright colors will be especially attractive when contrasted
Existing benches are worn and broken. with the winter snow.
New Up-lighting to Highlight Trees
Several park trees will be highlighted with ground level
soft reflected energy-efficient lighting to extend the beauty
of nature into the nighttime. The improved ambience will
enhance the aesthetics of the park by creating an attractive,
safe and welcoming ambience.
2 New Entry Plazas and 4 Updated Paths
The four corner entrances and paths in the park are
uninviting and undistinguished. New entry plazas on
the two University Avenue corner entrances will provide
welcoming and more accessible gateways to the park.
Updated concrete paths to replace the deteriorating asphalt
will add to the overall attractiveness of the park. An
integrated design will improve handicap access to the Ard
Existing pavement is in poor condition. Godfrey house.
4. Posted by http://MillCityTimes.com
Friends of Chute Square Park
a group of committed neighbors working together to restore and
renew the park and inviting you to: Contact Information
Friends of Chute Square Park
• View the plan at designated neighborhood events c/o Cobalt Condominiums Association
• Support the project with your contribution 45 University Avenue SE
• Enjoy recognition in the park with a major gift Minneapolis, MN 55414
• Thank the following for their contributions and support. Lou Burdick 612-339-4053
Cuningham Group Architecture, P. A. LueyBird@gmail.com
Duane A. Kell, Architect
Minneapolis Park & recreation Board
Minneapolis Parks Foundation
The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis
Scott Parkin
Friends of Chute Square Park
c/o Cobalt Condominiums Association PLACE
45 University Avenue SE STAMP
Minneapolis, MN 55414 HERE
Mail to:
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Friends of Chute Square Park Renewing Our Neighborhood Gem
YES! I/we want to join my neighbors in support of the project to refresh and renew the historic Chute
Square Park for the benefit of all who enjoy it as wonderful feature of great benefit to our neighborhood.
Contributor Information:
Name(s): _____________________________________________
Street Address: ________________________________________
City: _____________________ State: _________ Zip: ________
Phone: ___________________ Email: _____________________
___ I would prefer that this contribution and/or my name be kept confidential.
Donation:
___ $5,000 Leader* ___ $2,500 Champion* ___$1,000 Benefactor*
___ $500 Supporter ___ $250 Booster ___ $100 Helper
___ $50 Fan ___ $25 Neighbor ___ Other: $_________
_____ Yes. I’d like to help with this neighborhood project. Give me a call at: _______________
Method of Payment
___Check enclosed payable to Foundation for Minneapolis Parks, the fiscal agent for the Chute Square Park project.
Please forward with completed form to: Friends of Chute Square Park, c/o Cobalt Condominiums Association, 45
University Avenue S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55414.
___ I prefer to make a pledge for the above amount and understand my gift will be due on December 30, 201l, when I
will receive a written request for funds from Friends of Chute Square Park
___ I’ll use my credit card and donate online at www.mplsparksfoundation.org. Click on Support Mpls Parks & then BE
SURE to click the dropdown box to check Donation Designation: Chute Square Park so your donation goes to this
project.
Contributions to Foundation for Minneapolis Parks (Tax ID#20-0715686) are tax deductible.
Questions? Contact Friends of Chute Square Park, Lou Burdick at 612.339.4053 or LueyBird@gmail.com
*Contributions at the $1,000+ level are eligible for public recognition in the park.
