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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 1, 2016C I T Y O F p ND OVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting December 1, 2016 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Resident Forum 3. Approval of Minutes (11/18/16) — Regular Meeting 4. Hold Public Informational Meeting/Chesterton Commons Park/17-14 5. Outstanding Items/Maintenance Update 6. 7. Chair's Report 8. Adjournment © 7:15 P.M. Or Shortly Thereafter Workshop Session A. Review 2016 Existing and Future Park Facilities Chart/Park Zone D B. Adjournment X PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSIONREGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 1, 2016 MINUTES A Regular Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chair Stenzel on December 1, 2016, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Chair Shane Stenzel, Vice Chair Jim Lindahl, Commissioners Ted Butler, and Mark Miskowiec Commissioners Absent: Commissioners John Angel, Alisa Lewnau, and Angela Marinello Others Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas RESIDENT FORUM No one appeared to address the Commission. APPROVAL OFMINUTES— NOVEMBER 17, 2016 Motion by Butler, seconded by Miskowiec, to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2016 Park and Recreation Commission Meeting as presented. Motion carried on a 4 - ayes, 0 -nays, 3 -absent (Angell, Lewnau and Marinello), 0 -present vote. HOLD PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETINGICHESTERTON COMMONS PARK/17--14 Mr. Haas requested the Park and Recreation Commission to review the survey results and hold a public information meeting with the neighborhood regarding possible improvements to Chesterton Commons Park. A copy of the letter that was sent to the owner/occupant and location map of the area where the park is located was provided for the Commission in the packet. The results of the neighborhood survey were also included in the packet for the Commission's review. Mr. Haas reviewed the survey results from the 16 surveys returned in detail. A photograph of the current playground structure was shown by Mr. Haas as well as an aerial view of the park. At this point the budget is $40,000 for a new playground structure. Chair Stenzel invited those in attendance to speak if they wish. Mr. Blake Fisher, 15416 Eagle Street NW, stated some of the neighbors had a meeting and they came up with ideas as follows: half -court basketball, larger playground structure, 8 -10 -foot rock climbing wall or jungle gym climbing activity, and chair zip line. Mr. Haas noted for those who indicated interest in serving on the committee a meeting will be held in January to look at options. Mr. Haas also mentioned to the Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — December 1, 2016 Page 2 residents that they do have the option to raise funds for the park if they would like to have a larger playground structure or other park improvements. Commissioner Miskowiec asked if there are insurance liabilities of putting in a rock climbing wall in a park. Mr. Haas stated there are currently some 4-5 foot climbing wall structures in some of the parks. Commissioner Miskowiec asked what the cost would be for that. Mr. Haas stated he would to research that request and bring that back at the January meeting. Chair Stenzel stated there would be no liability. Ms. Julie Skelling, 1431-154`h Lane NW, stated their backyard backs up to the park. She stated the park for the last few years has been a draw with vandalism. She would prefer to have the park cater to the smaller kids. There is also a problem with people bring their dogs to the park and using their yard as a dumping ground. They would prefer not to have a basketball court due to the noise. She suggested the kids go to the YMCA to play basketball. Mr. Tim Benson, 1466-154`h Avenue NW, asked if the current playground would be removed and Mr. Haas stated it would along with the sand and the timbers. Both playgrounds need to be replaced. A new sandbox will also be included with the new playground structure. Chair Stenzel asked if from the street to the playground is there a clear view and Mr. Haas stated there are trees that block the direct view on the north side of the park. Chair Stenzel asked if the vandalism is due to there not being a clear view from the street. Mr. Haas stated he will have the City Natural Resource Technician member to look at the trees and come back with a recommendation. Commissioner Butler suggested opening up the view and possibly rotating the playground to the north. Mr. Benson asked if there could be more lighting at the park that would help. Chair Stenzel asked with the cost would be for lighting and Mr. Haas stated it would be a minimum $2500 but most likely the cost would be higher than that. Commissioner Butler suggesting putting in a 2-12 structure if the budget would permit and shift the playground structure to the north. Commissioner Butler advised residents to call the police when vandalism is occurring. Mr. Haas stated there is also a crime watch program available to the residents if they would like to participate in it. REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS/MAINTENANCE UPDATE Mr. Haas reviewed on-going projects and other items of interest along with the weekly parks maintenance update. Commissioner Butler stated the Community Center Advisory Committee will be meeting in a couple weeks and he will provide an update at the next Park & Recreation Commission Meeting. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — December 1, 2016 Page 3 Chair Stenzel asked about signage on Crosstown Boulevard NW at 1491h Avenue NW and asked if the only sign available is the Pedestrian Crossing. At this point yes that is the only signage that was installed by the Anoka County Highway Department. Mr. Haas stated there is a chance of a pedestrian flashing signal similar to one in other communities may be installed. This is currently identified in the 5 year CIP. The Commission suggested more lighting is needed as the crossing is very dark. Mr. Haas stated Council approved a street light on the east side which should help quite a bit (to be installed in the spring of 2017). Informational; no action required. CHAIR'S REPORT No reports ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR MEETING Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Miskowiec, to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Motion carried on a 4 -ayes, 0 -nays, 3 -absent (Angell, Lewnau and Marinello), 0 -present vote. A Workshop Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chair Stenzel on December 1, 2016, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Chair Shane Stenzel, Vice Chair Jim Lindahl, Commissioners Ted Butler, and Mark Miskowiec Commissioners Absent: Commissioners John Angel, Alisa Lewnau, and Angela Marinello Others Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas REVIEW 2016 EXISTING AND FUTURE PARK FACILITIES CHART/PARK ZONED Mr. Haas reviewed the Park and Recreation Commission is requested to review 2016 Existing and Future Park Facilities Chart for Zone D. A copy of the most current 2016 Existing and Future Park Chart for Zone D was provided for Commission review. The spreadsheet only identifies the parks that are located in Zone D of the City Parks Map. The Parks Maintenance Department recently updated the left column of the spreadsheet (existing) so the Commission has an idea of what currently exists in each park. This column will continue to have revisions made through the end of the year as projects are completed. The middle column of the spreadsheet (Future Facilities) are items that will be used to determine Park Dedication Fee which items that were discussed last year as Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes — December 1, 2016 Page 4 suggested by the Park and Recreation Commission. The right column of the spreadsheet is replacement items that are being recommended to be replaced over the next 5 years by the Parks Maintenance Department. A separate spreadsheet was included showing the replacement items. Mr. Haas noted if no changes are recommended for those parks that have been updated in Zone D, the Parks Maintenance Department will continue updating the parks as necessary for Zone D and all of the Zones as identified on the City Parks Map. Zone D has the largest number of parks of any of the Zones. Mr. Haas recommended Zone D spreadsheet be reviewed by the Commissioners between now and the next meeting in January. Chair Stenzel asked for an updated park project list showing progress on projects be provided every month to the Commission. Mr. Haas stated this will also be part of the Comprehensive Plan that will be reviewed in January 2017. Commissioner Butler referred to City Field #7 and asked about the replacements. There is not an outfield fence at this time. Mr. Haas stated the field may be removed as part of the overall proposed renovation plan for the City Hall and Public Works Campus. Mr. Haas stated when the plans are completed layouts and an estimated costs will be brought back to the Commission. Commissioner Miskowiec asked about basketball courts and how many years are they lasting. Mr. Haas stated depending on the soil types and condition below the asphalt will determine the longevity before it needs to be replaced. Asphalt thickness and preventative maintenance schedule will also determine the life of the pavement. He questioned how much usage the basketball courts are getting. Mr. Haas stated a survey would have to be done with the neighbors to determine how much usage the courts are getting. One other note suggested by one of the Commissioners was in regards to Oak Bluff Park. The location of the identification sign for Oak Bluff Park needs to be moved closer to the street. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Butler, to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Motion carried on a 4 -ayes, 0 -nays, 3 -absent (Angell, Lewnau and Marinello). Respectfully Submitted, Debbie Wolfe, Recording Secretary TimeSaver off Site Secretarial, Inc.