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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 21, 2012C I T Y O F ® ND OVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting June 21, 2012 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Resident Forum 3. Approval of Minutes (6/7/12) 4. Artificial Turf Task Force Update /11 -34 — Butler /Kowalewski 5. Consider 2013 -2017 Park Capital Improvement Plan 6. Outstanding Items 7. 8. Chair's Report 9. Adjournment x Ex H I T Y [D0 PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSIONMEETING —JUNE 21, 2012 MINUTES The Regular Bi- Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chair Butler on June 21, 2012, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Chair Ted Butler, Tony Kowalewski, Alisa Lewnau, Vice Chair Jim Lindahl, and Shaun Van Vark. Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Andrew Melberg and Mark Miskowiec Also Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas Others RESIDENT FORUM Gary (resident in Andover) stated he did not care to give his name or address. He explained that last Thursday, individuals using fireworks awaked them at 10:30 p.m. They were igniting them 3 -5 feet off the ground. He did not confront the kids that were doing it. There needs to be security lights at the front of the park (near the east driveway entrance) and the back of Prairie Knoll Park (east end of south parking lot). There have been problems with graffiti being painted on their home, gas siphoned from cars, etc. Chair Butler stated if crime is observed in the Park, 911 should be called. Gary commended the Anoka County Sheriff s Department for the work they are doing. When they go into a park, it is totally dark. He would like to have additional lighting one by the stop sign (east driveway entrance in south parking lot) and one in the far corner (east end of south parking lot). Today he noticed the aluminum fascia has been removed from the building which is being repaired by Public Works. Mr. Haas stated there have been a number of calls in the past to the Sheriff s Department at Prairie Knoll Park. Mr. Haas showed on a drawing the location of current lights and the areas where additional lighting is requested. Mr. Haas stated the cost of additional lights would be $2500 -$5000 depending on the amount of wire needing to be run. Mr. Haas stated the Park Commission could make this part of the 2013 -2017 CIP or be paid for under current miscellaneous fund. Chair Butler asked if they have a final cost of the 10 scoreboard netting. Mr. Haas stated the final numbers are not in. He estimated it to be $2- 3,000. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — June 21, 2012 Page 2 © Commissioner Van Vark asked which light would be most effective. Gary suggested the one by the stop sign (near the east driveway entrance in south parking lot) and stated a few of the existing lights are not working on. Mr. Haas stated he will contact Connexus and have them check the lights. Commissioner Kowalewski asked if there could be a waiver of the one -foot candle light if all the neighbors were in agreement. Chair Butler requested staff research options for lighting. Chair Butler stated sometimes more light brings more people into an area. Gary stated he does not believe that would be the case. Mr. Haas stated he has contacted the Sheriff s Department and they are adding patrols when they can. Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Kowalewski, to direct staff to research lighting options for Prairie Knoll Park. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- JUNE 71 2012 There were no changes. Motion by VanVark, seconded by Kowalewski, to approve the June 7, 2012 Park Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 4 -ayes, 0 -nays, 1- present (Lewnau), 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. ARTIFICIAL TURF TASK FORCE UPDATE /11 -34 Chair Butler and Commissioner Kowalewski are members of the Task Force and will be discussing with the Park Commission the status of the recommendation that will be presented to the City Council at their workshop meeting scheduled for June 27'. Mr. Haas stated since this has been a Park Commission workshop agenda item for the last month or so, this would be a good time to update the Park Commission members and the public as to what the recommendation is from the Task Force for working to resolve the issue of overuse of fields. Chair Butler stated the Task Force has finalized their recommendation and distributed a presentation that will be used. Chair Butler referred to the last page of the presentation and noted some options. Chair Butler stated a workshop will be held on June 27`" at 6pm with the City Council and residents are welcome to attend. Motion by VanVark, seconded by Lindahl to endorse the Task force recommendations. Motion carried on a 4 -ayes, 0 -nays, 1- present (Lewnau), 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. U Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — June 21, 2012 Page 3 CONSIDER 2013 -2017 PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN Gary (same individual that appeared under Residents Forum) stated Prairie Knoll Park south parking lot is being used for power turns and are sending dust into his house and he needs to power wash his house every year. His grandchildren play at the park and he fears a child will be hit. He would like to see in the center of the driveways a cement barrier installed similar to what is near the railroad tracks. This would eliminate a lot of the horseplay coming off 146`h. He would like to see something to slow the traffic down and would also like to see the parking lot paved. Chair Butler thanked Gary for his comments. He stated paving of the parking lot is in the long -term plan for $150,000. Chair Butler stated every year $61,500 is dedicated for Park Capital Improvement Projects. Chair Butler suggested to the Commission that staff to research options for slowing traffic down when entering the parking lot. Gary stated the spreading of magnesium chloride helped quite a bit in the past. Mr. Haas noted the road along the park is posted at 35mph. The City Council did approve "No Parking" signage along 146`h Lane NW a few years ago. One of the associations has indicated to staff in the past that they may pursue a request to remove the existing "No Parking" signs but at this point they opted not to do that. Commissioner Van Vark asked if speed bumps could be installed. Mr. Haas stated the concrete barriers would be something new request and have not been used within the City at other facilities. © Commissioner Van Vark stated the concrete barriers are not unsightly. Commissioner Lindahl stated the concrete barriers could be temporary to see if the activity is deterred. Commissioner Kowalewski asked if there was an update on the wireless tower being constructed and Mr. Haas stated no. Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Kowalewski to request staff research options for slowing down the traffic in Prairie Knoll Park. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. Mr. Haas reviewed the Park and Recreation Commission is requested to consider approving the 2013 -2017 Parks Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). He provided the proposed Park Improvement Fund Balance Sheet identifying the projects and the funds to be allocated to each improvement that have been recommended by the Park Commission based on the workshop meeting of June 7'" Chair Butler reviewed the Projected Fund Balance. Commissioner Kowalewski asked if the Park System Improvement/Expansions could be moved up sooner. Chair Butler said some of it could. Motion by Kowalewski, seconded by Lindahl, for approval of the 2013 -2017 Parks © Capital Improvement Plan as presented. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — June 21, 2012 Page 4 REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS Mr. Haas reviewed the outstanding items providing updates on Completed Projects, On- Going Projects, Task Force Updates and Other Items of Interest. Mr. Haas noted the City was recently notified that the City did not receive the DNR grant for way findings signs and exercise equipment for the Tom Anderson Trail. CHAIR'S REPORT Commissioner Kowalewski provided an update on Andover High School Sports. Commissioner VanVark stated there is a hole in the A -frame piece (Fun Box) where the wheels will get caught. He requested some caulking needs to be done. He stated on the northeast ramp the bolts for the approach plates have been removed and some repairs need to be made on the half pipe. Chair Butler stated Andover Fun Fest is July 13 -14, 2012. Commissioner Lindahl stated the City should look at the policy for tournaments that are © cancelled. Chair Butler suggested a deposit be taken as a possibility. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Lewnau, to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:50 p.m. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- absent (Melberg and Miskowiec) vote. 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