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Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
October 1, 2020
7:00 P.M. Meet at Andover City Hall
1. Call to Order
2. Resident Forum
3. Approval of Minutes (09/17/20 Regular and Work Session)
4. Agenda Approval
5. Hold Public Information Meeting with Neighborhood Regarding Bike
Park/Sunshine Park
6. Reconsider 2021-2025 Park Capital Improvement Plan
7. Consider Sunshine Park Playground Equipment Improvements/21-11
8. Outstanding Items
9.
10. Chair's Report
11. Adjournment
7:15 P.M. Or Shortly Thereafter Workshop Session
A. Discuss Advertisement Policy and Agreement.
B. Adjournment
Note: Some or all members of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission may
participate in the October 1, 2020 Park and Recreation Commission
meeting by telephone or video conference rather than by being personally
present at the Park and Recreation Commission regular meeting place at
the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, MN 65304.
Members of the public can physically attend, although there is very limited
seating in the City Council Chambers as appropriate social distancing will
be done by the Commission and visitors.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
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To: Park and Recreation Commission
CC: 1 David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
From: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
Subject: 5. Hold Public Information Meeting with Neighborhood Regarding
Bike Park/Sunshine Park
Date: October 1, 2020
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to hold a public information meeting
with the neighborhood regarding a bike park at Sunshine Park near the Municipal Well
Pumphouse #6.
DISCUSSION
Attached is the letter and map that was sent to the area residents about the upcoming
meeting and how they can participate. Also attached are a -mails that the City has received
regarding the potential location of the bike park.
As mentioned at a previous meeting, staff has reviewed the Sunshine Park location and
provided the pros and cons as follows:
Pros:
Sunshine Park is centrally located in City and well accessible.
Youth have already started using area for informal bike park.
Bike park offers more options for the youth as far as activities within the
community.
Cons:
• Hidden location could cause issues and safety concerns.
• Would need to remove trees to accommodate bike park.
• The city has received calls and complaints about activity in that location in the past.
• Bike park too close to Well #6 (security, safety and vandalism concerns). Because of
the proximity to Well 6, the City has experienced many cases of vandalism. Graffiti
on the building and damage to the natural gas meter are the most recent items.
If the Park and Recreation Commission would like to move forward with the project, a
recommendation will be necessary so that it can be forwarded to the City Council for
consideration. If Council approves the location for the bike park, the next step is to prepare a
plan so it can be determined the trees that need to be removed and how the site is going to
be graded.
The cost of the improvements will need to be funded from the $15,000 that is allocated
every year for miscellaneous items since the project is not identified in the Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP).
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to hold a public information meeting
with the neighborhood regarding a bike park at Sunshine Park near the Municipal Well
Pumphouse #6.
Respectfully submitted,
Todd J. Haas
Attachment: Copy of letter sent to residents along with a map of the area: a -mails from
residents
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September 2, 2020
Resident
Andover, MN
Re: Sunshine Park/Public Information Meeting Regarding a Potential Bike Park
Dear Resident:
The Andover Park and Recreation Commission has scheduled a public
information meeting for Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. or shortly
thereafter at Andover City Hall Council Chambers regarding the possible
improvements to Sunshine Park for a bike park at the south end near the
Municipal Well Pumphouse #6. A map of the general area that is being
considered is on the back side of this letter.
For the Park and Recreation Commission to determine if this should be
considered as a potential location for a bike park, the Commission would like to
receive input from the neighborhood. The way you can participate in this is by
attending the meeting or if you don't feel comfortable in attending the meeting,
feel free to send an e-mail to me at t.haas(a)andovermn.gov by September 18,
2020 and we will make sure the Park and Recreation Commission receives a
copy of your e-mail. Note: Social distancing will be provided and wearing masks
will be required per the Governors Executive Order due to COVID 19 pandemic.
If you have questions, feel free to contact me at 763-767-5131 or just stop by
Andover City Hall. You can also contact me by e-mail at
t.haas(a)andovermn.aov
Sincerely,
Todd J. Haas
Assistant Public Works Director/Parks Coordinator
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Todd Haas
From: Kelly Collins <steveandkellycollins@msn.com>
Sent: Saturday, September 19, 2020 12:59 PM
To: Todd Haas
Subject: Proposed bike park
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Hi Todd,
My sincere apologies for this late response to the letter regarding the upcoming public information
meeting for the proposed bike park. I intended to send an email all week and lost track of time. I hope
you're still able to share it with the Park and Rec Commission. While we will try our best to attend the
meeting, my husband and I wanted to be sure to share our feelings via email.
We live at 14812 Jay St NW, on the NW corner of 148 and Jay, backing up against the small Sunshine
Park parking lot and soccer field. While we absolutely love the idea of a bike park (in fact, our 11 year old
daughter very much enjoys having the skate park), we are opposed to its location. As you can imagine,
we already receive quite a bit of loitering in that area. And I'm not speaking about the regular, normal
activities that take place at that location. We've lived in our home for 17 years and always enjoy hearing
the sound of sports in the background. In fact, this spring, with all of the stay at home orders, we almost
felt it a bit too quiet. Q
I want to acknowledge that we have no idea what the space will look like with a bike park. However, it is
our belief it would bring additional loitering and noise to the area, specifically at night. As you can
imagine, we get a lot of cars that sit and idle and park at all hours of the night, kids playing loud music,
leaving car lights on so they can see to play in the field, etc. We have tried the route of talking to the kids
and, long ago, there were even instances when we called the non -emergency line because the noise was
so much at night. But after being egged and TP'd a few times, now we just don't say anything. We do not
want to be the "mean" people of the neighborhood who don't want great resources like a bike park for our
youth (and adults I am sure!), but for us, personally, the location does not feel like the best option.
One other thought I would throw out as well ... 148th down through that area is very dangerous for kids on
bikes. There is a lot of speeding down that road, especially with the high schoolers flying through. We
don't even like for our daughter to take that road to get to the bike path, for fear she will be hit. And it
becomes even more dangerous, in our opinion, when there is an event at the field and cars line the road
(even though it's a no parking area) with parked cars. There is very little room on the road for one car to
get by, let alone share it with another car or with bikes.
I appreciate you taking our thoughts into consideration.
Our best,
Steve and Kelly Collins
Todd Haas
From: reginamangio@aol.com
Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2020 3:09 PM
To: Todd Haas
Subject: Proposed bike path in Andover
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Hi Todd,
I wanted to let you know I think a bike path is a great idea. It would be great to have a mountain bike, or gravel/single
track close to
home too!
I would also like many more hiking paths in Andover and surrounding areas.
Kind regards,
Regina Mangio
612-512-7134
Todd Haas
From: Austin Elsenpeter <austinelsenpeter@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2020 10:55 AM
To: Todd Haas
Subject: Pump track by sunshine
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We need more things to do in Andover you could attract more people to Andover
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Todd Haas
From:
Mark Brigham <mbrigham64@gmai1.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 1:38 PM
To:
Todd Haas
Subject:
Bike Park
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Greetings,
Someone posted your letter about a proposed bike park on the Andover Community facebook
page, https://www.facebook.com/photo/7fbid=10100738643546151&set=pcb 1658295390997977
Other than the location of proposed bike park, there is scant information about what it is, what it would look like, what
it would cost, etc. I looked on the Andover City website, and couldn't find anything.
Can you provide some info?
I suggest maybe reaching out and responding to the thread on the facebook page, as there are a lot of folks that look at
and comment on it, and right now, there's practically zero information about this proposal.
Mark Brigham
Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less. -
-Marie Curie
Todd Haas
From:
Kyle Green <kylejordangreen@gmail.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 1:58 PM
To:
Todd Haas
Subject:
Potential Bike Park
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Hello Todd,
I'm not sure if I can make the meeting or not, so I wanted to email you in support of the potential bike park. My boys (6
and 3) love going to the bike park in Eagan and Woodbury and having one right down the road would be awesomel We
would be there all the time.
Thank you,
Kyle Green
Todd Haas
From:
J Yang <jennifer.yang@live.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 10:03 AM
To:
Todd Haas
Subject:
Bike Park
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Morning Todd,
I am emailing you in response to the letter we received at 14953 Osage St NW, Andover. I wanted to let you
know my household is in absolute agreement with the bike park! We love that our home is near so many great
things such as the skate park, the variety of schools, the YMCA etc. we feel that to have something as exciting
as a bike park would not only add value but it would add even more fun to the neighborhood too.
Thank you,
Jennifer Yang
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Todd Haas
From: Jody Manderfeld <jody_p@email.com>
Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2020 1:38 PM
To: Todd Haas
Subject: Sunshine Park Proposed Bike Park
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Mr. Haas,
I am writing to express my thoughts on the proposed bike park at the south end of Sunshine Park. I do not support
the prospoal because the need for a new bike park is unclear, access to the park would increase an already -existing
safety issue, building it would destroy a mature natural habitat, and it isn't the best use of the existing space.
First, the need for a new bike park is not clear:
1) How is this bike park different from the one that is already located in Sunshine Park along Crosstown Blvd?
2) Would the new bike park replace the existing one, or be built in addition to it?
3) Could an addition of a bike park be made nearer where the current park already exists?
The existing park is rarely at capacity. Without a clearly expressed need for a new park, I cannot suport it.
Second, I urge you to consider how users of the bike park will access it, especially from the high school. There is no
crosswalk for Crosstown Blvd at 148th Avenue. When school is in session, I see walkers and bikers routinely cross at
that location; they do not go further north to use the existing crosswalk on Crosstown Blvd. The addition of the bike
park will increase the amount of people crossing at the intersection without the crosswalk, which is already
dangerous.
Additionally, the proposed area for the park consists of very mature trees. Part of the appeal of the parks in Andover
are their natural aspects. Sunshine Park is already mostly recreational, so I would like to see Its existing natural
features be maintained. No amount of replanting trees could replace the current habitat in this area of proposed
development.
Finally, if the space must be developed, a better use for it would be to use it to expand the existing parking lot at the
south end of Sunshine Park. There are lacrosse, soccer, and football pratices and games held on the fields there, and
the small parking lot is not sufficient. Cars park on both sides of 148th Avenue near the parking lot entrance, making
it difficult for through traffic to pass on 148th Avenue, and creating a safety hazard for pedistrians walking to and
from their cars or along the road.
Thank you for your consideration.
Jody Manderfeld
1732 148th Ave NW
Todd Haas
From: biesboys <biesboys@comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2020 8:58 AM
To: Todd Haas
Subject: Potential Sunshine Park, Bike Park
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Todd
I live on 148th Avenue NW. One concern I have noted when biking on the street during the summer. If you are going
west in the evening, the sun is often in your eyes. It's is especially important to note that the bike park is on a curve. At
the end of the curve, your eyes have to transition from looking at the dark trees into direct sunlight. Please make
provisions in your site plan to limit the number of ways bikes can enter the street in that area. It is probably advisable to
have a fence, with entrances on each end. With all the cars that park on the street during evening activities, bikes
entering the road between cars would be extremely dangerous. Some people like to go way faster than they should on
that road.
Thanks
Charles Bies
612-708-9746
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TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: � David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
SUBJECT: 6. Reconsider 2021-2025 Park Capital Improvement Plan
DATE: October 1, 2020
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to reconsider the 2021-2025 Park Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) as requested by the City Council.
DISCUSSION
The City Council at their workshop meeting on September 22, 2020 reviewed the proposed 2021-2025
Park CIP that was recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission which identifies 2 projects
(Prairie Knoll and Pine Hills North) over the next 5 years. As part of the discussion, the City Council
discussed the idea of including a pickleball court facility as part of the CIP. After some discussion,
Council requested staff bring back the idea of constructing pickleball courts to the Commission to
determine if they would like to consider revising the CIP to include a 2021 study to determine how many
courts should be built and where the courts should be located. There was also discussion by the Council to
include construction of the courts in the CIP (Council discussed somewhere between 2023-2025). It is
shown in 2024 but the Commission can recommend another year if desired.
Down below identifies the proposed year for the pickleball court study and the potential year for the
construction could occur in bold.
2021
Prairie Knoll Park Parking Lot Improvements Including Li tin& - $230,000
Pickleball Court Study -- $10,000 (NEW)
2022
• Pine Hills North Parking lot improvements - $120,000 (this is subject to the City Council
approving $280,000 from the Capital Equipment Reserve funds). Total estimated improvement is
$400,000.
• Annual Misc. P_rJo'ects - $15,000.
2023
• No projects identified.
• Annual Misc. Projects - $15,000.
2024
No projects identified.
Pickleball Court Improvements — $450,000 (NEW) Note: This number need to be adjusted based
on the number of courts & location
• Annual Misc. Projects - $15,000.
2025
• No projects identified.
• Annual Misc. Projects - $15,000.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to reconsider the 2021-2025 Park Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) as requested by the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
'0
Todd J. Haas
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TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: 1 David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
SUBJECT: 7. Consider Selection of Playground Equipment Replacement for Sunshine
Park
DATE: October 1, 2020
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussing the selection of new
playground equipment that will replace the old equipment at Sunshine Park.
DISCUSSION
The 2-5 year old playground equipment at Sunshine Park is due for replacement. Attached are 2
options for the 2-5 year old age group and one option for the 2-12 year old age group for the Park
and Recreation Commission to consider that have been selected by staff and would fit the
footprint of the area.
Staff is anticipating $100,000 will be allocated from the general fund for 2021 for playground
replacement which will need to cover the cost for 3 parks (Sunshine, Hawkridge, and Woodland
Meadows). Sunshine and Woodland Meadows Parks are in pretty good shape as far as the
existing borders although new wood chips for fall zones will be needed at each park. Hawkridge
Park playground structure is older, and the area will require some regrading along with new
concrete borders.
A decision is not necessary at this meeting, but staff would like for the Commission to start
thinking about what playground structure should be considered. There will be more discussion
on this at the next regular scheduled meeting.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussing the selection of new
playground equipment that will replace the old equipment at Sunshine Park.
Respectfully submitted,
Todd J. Haas
Attachments: Possible playground equipment options recommended by staff; Picture of the
existing playground equipment
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TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: � David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
FROM: Todd J. Haas, Asst. Public Works Director SO
SUBJECT: 8. Review Outstanding Items/Maintenance Update
DATE: October 1, 2020
Issues list as of 09/25/20
UPDATE OFANDOVER COMMUNITY CENTER AD VISOR Y BOARD — Commissioner Strombeck
will provide an update at the meeting.
COMPLETED PROJECTS —
ON -GOING PROJECTS -
Update of Park Dedication Improvement Fund Ouarterly Report — Item is tentatively
scheduled on the October 15a' agenda.
Update of Ouarterly Sheriffs Department Report on Park Patrol & Vandalism — Item is
tentatively scheduled on the October 15"' agenda.
Prairie Knoll Park North Parking Lot Improvements — The plans and specs will be prepared
over the winter months. The construction of the parking lot is scheduled in 2021. The City Council
has reviewed the proposed north parking lot lighting plan and has requested staff to look at
additional lighting in the north half of the north parking lot and contact the neighbors to see if they
have any concern with proposed lighting plan. At this point, the style of lights (Traditionaire or
Shoebox) has not been determined by the City Council.
Update of the Park Dedication Study — The City Council has reviewed the proposed draft
improvements in Zones A-D that have been recommended by the Park and Recreation
Commission. There were some changes made to the Facilities Chart by the City Council at their
workshop meeting on September 22, 2020. Staff will provide a list of the changes at the meeting.
Now that the Council has reviewed the future improvements and the changes have been made,
staff will be able to update the existing 2018 Park Dedication Study.
Sunshine Park Playground Equipment Replacement — Item is on the agenda. The playground
equipment is scheduled for replacement in 2021.
Hawkridee Park Playground Equipment Replacement — The playground equipment is
scheduled for replacement in 2021. Information will be forth coming later this fall.
Woodland Meadows Park Playground Equipment Replacement -- The playground equipment
is scheduled for replacement in 2021. Information will be forth coming later this fall.
ON -HOLD PROJECTS — None at the time.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST-
0 Update of Pedestrian Trails:
Trails that are planned to be reconstructed when maintenance funding becomes available over the
next couple years. Due to funding, these trails have been pushed out a year:
4- 2021 — Tom Anderson Trail (along Coon Creek east of Hanson Blvd)
❖ 2022 -- Kelsey Round Lake Park Trail
The City Council has reviewed the engineering consultant analysis report recently regarding
proposed Railroad Underpass trail to connect internal developments from Winslow Cove 2nd
Addition to the east side of the railroad to determine if the project is feasible. Staff has been
discussing with a potential developer regarding a possible cost share to construct the railroad
underpass. Also, more information is being requested from BNSF before a final decision is made
on the project.
Update of Scheduling Park and Recreation Commission meeting at a City Park or Facility —
The Commission will need to determine if you would like to have a meeting at one of the City
parks in 2021.
If you have any questions or comments regarding any of the items mentioned above or any items
relating to parks or projects, feel free to contact Todd Haas or Dave Berkowitz at the City. Staff
recommends the Commission continue reviewing the City Council meeting minutes that you
receive by e-mail as to discussions of various projects the City Council has been working on or is
considering.
Note: If you have any items that you would like to add to the list, let me know at the meeting.
9/12/2020
• Completed trash and recycling service for all parks and trails
• Mowed all parks and athletic fields
• Completed mowing trails
• Continued the installation of new irrigation around Community Center and watered new sod
• Painted over graffiti at RR Bridge
• Put down new cocoa mulch in medians at Public Works and the Community Center
• Removed limbs at Country Oaks, Prairie Knoll and Creekview Crossing
9/19/2020
• Completed trash and recycling service for all parks and trails
• Mowed all parks, athletic fields and preserves
• Groomed ballfields
• Removed 4 ash trees in the Community Center East parking lot median and put down new cocoa
mulch
• Prepared mulch bed at City Hall for Eagle Scout project
• Push mowed new Community Center sod
• Started weed whipping trails
• Painted trail gates at Chesterton Commons
• Prepared areas at Prairie Knoll Park for concrete
MEIVITIN Kok
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To: Park and Recreation Commission
CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer -
From: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
Subject: A. Discuss Advertisement Policy and Agreement
Date: October 1, 2020
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss the Advertisement Policy and
Agreement that currently is in place.
Commissioner Strombeck had requested at the last meeting on September 17, 2020 to see if
there is any interest in reconsidering the fee structure that has been approved by the City
Council. Attached is the current copy of the Policy and Agreement for your review.
Attached is copy of the agenda item and meeting minutes of when this Policy and
Agreement was approved by the City Council.
ACTION REQUESTED
As determined by the Park and Recreation Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
,
Todd J. Haas
Attachment: Copy of the approved Policy and Agreement; copy of the City Council agenda
item and meeting minutes
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City of Andover Park Advertising Policy
It is the policy of the City of Andover not to allow advertising in City parks except as
follows:
1. Advertising signs shall only be allowed on the fences of fields at Hawk Ridge
Park, Pine Hills North, Sunshine Park, Eveland/Andover High School Fields, and
Andover Station North. Note: Andover High School and/or Anoka Hennepin
School District will be responsible for managing any advertisement at Eveland
Fields year around.
2. Athletic Field and Scoreboard Advertising Signs: Athletic field advertising and
scoreboard advertising signs shall be permitted in all districts subject to the
provisions of this chapter and with the following conditions:
a) Athletic field advertising signs shall not be visible from adjacent
residential properties when viewed at ground level.
b) Scoreboard advertising signs shall be placed in such a way so as to
minimize to the greatest possible extent the exposure to adjacent
residential properties.
c) Athletic field scoreboard advertising signs shall not be illuminated
when not in use for ball games.
3. Only the City or a party or parties who have a valid lease agreement with the City
shall place signs in the approved parks except at Eveland Fields which will be
managed by Andover High School and/or the Anoka Hennepin School District.
4. Signs shall be no larger in size of 5' high by 10' wide.
5. The signs shall be designed so as not to inhibit the ability of players to see the ball
in play.
6. Signs shall not be placed prior to April Is' and shall be removed by November I'
each year.
7. Signs relating to politics, tobacco, alcohol, gambling, and adult oriented uses are
prohibited, as are signs containing offensive or obscene language.
8. The content of all signs shall be subject to approval by the City of Andover before
installation.
Approved by the Andover City Council- May 2, 2006
9. Signs shall be installed and removed by the City of Andover. Off-season storage
of signs shall be the responsibility of the lessee(s) except at Eveland Fields which
will be managed by Andover High School and/or the Anoka Hennepin School
District.
10. Signs shall be kept in good repair, in conformance with City Code section 12-16-
7-13. The lessee(s) shall be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and
replacement of damaged, vandalized, or dilapidated signs.
11. All signs shall comply with the Andover City Code.
12. Fees collected are to be used for time spent for Public Works staff for
installing/removing banners and for reviewing agreements and administration of
the program.
Revised by City Council 11/17/09
2/16/16
8/16/16
4/18/17
Approved by the Andover City Council- May 2, 2006
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ANDOVER (LESSOR) AND THE
(LESSEE),
GOVERNING THE USE OF CITY PARK FACILITIES FOR THE SALE OF
ADVERTISING SPACE
1. The City will place advertising signs on the outfield walls of baseball and/or softball fields at
Sunshine Park and Andover Station North. The City will place advertising signs where
appropriate at Hawk Ridge Park and Pine Hills North.
2. The City shall receive $240 for each 2 year agreement to cover the costs to administer the
agreements and also for installing and removing the advertising signs each season. Full payment
shall be made at the time of application and prior to the installation of the sign.
3. All signs shall conform to the City of Andover Park Advertising Policy.
4. All signs shall be maintained during the season and stored during the off-season by the lessee.
5. Any damage to the park property caused by the sign program shall be paid for by the lessee.
6. Sponsorship, promotion, and administration of the advertising sign program shall be the sole
responsibility of the lessee.
7. The lease agreement shall expire on , 20_, and is renewable upon agreement by both
parties for two-year periods.
By
(Lessee)
By
City of Andover (Planning Department)
By
City of Andover (Public Works Department)
Regular Andover City Council Meeting
Minutes —April 18, 2017
Page 2
that storage PODS should be considered temporary storage. Mr. Dickinson stated that topic will be at
the next workshop meeting for the Council to discuss as storage PODs relate to the greater
community.
Motion by Holthus, Seconded by Knight, to approve the minutes as indicated above. Motion carried
unanimously.
April 4, 2017, Regular Meeting: Correct as amended.
A correction was requested on page 8, line 39, should read, "in future months," instead of 2 months,
in reference to the Comprehensive Plan.
Motion by Knight, Seconded by Bukkila, to approve the minutes as indicated above. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENTITEMS
Item 2 Approve Payment of Claims
Item 3 Approve Quotes/Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) for Commercial Properties
Item 4 Approve Donations/Chesterton Commons Park/l7-14 (See Resolution R031-17)
:Item 5 Approve Amendment to Park Advertisement Policy & Agreement (upon review and
agreement by the City Attorney)
Item 6 Approve 2017 Code Enforcement Abatement Contract
Item 7 Approve Used Vehicle Sales Business License
Item 9 Accept Contribution/North Metro Soccer Association/Andover Community Center (See
Resolution R032-17)
Item 10 Approve Encroachment Agreement/Northern Natural Gas Co. for Fox Meadows Park
Redevelopment/14-15
Item l0A Approve Used Vehicle Sales Business License/3138162id Lane NW
Motion by Goodrich, Seconded by Knight, approval of the Consent Agenda as read. Motion carried
unanimously.
ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE MONTHL YREPOR T
Commander Brian Podany gave the monthly Sheriffs Report. He noted they are increasing their
patrols in the parks as the weather is getting warmer. He also encouraged residents to report
fraudulent activity as soon as possible to improve the chance for gathering leads. Residents can be
the eyes for the Sheriffs Department as there are over 80 parks in the City. If you see suspicious
activity always call and report it, even if you are not sure. When vandalism and arson happen it
affects everyone, especially when costs are involved. There is a non -emergency number that can be
used, but 911 can always be used.
Commander Podany demonstrated a new community crime application It can be seen on the Anoka
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TO: Mayor and Council Members \ t\
CC: Jim Dickinson, City Administrator —41i'
David D. Berkowitz, City E of Public Work
FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works'194rector/Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: Approve Amendment to Paris Advertisement Policy & Agreement - Engineering
DATE: April 18, 2017
The City Council is requested to approve the amendment to the Park Advertisement Policy and
Agreement regarding advertisement at Eveland Fields.
The Park and Recreation Commission was approached recently by Tracy Strombeck and Terry Snyder
of the Andover Girls Fast Pitch Booster Club about advertisements at Eveland Fields. Just so you know
the Booster Club placed advertisement signs on the outfield fence during the 2016 season and had not
received approval by the City to do so.
Based on the approved Park Advertisement Policy and Agreement, advertisement applications are to be
reviewed and approved by the City. To allow the Anoka Hennepin School District to oversee the
approval and placement of advertisement at Eveland Fields, the policy and agreement will need to be
amended. If approved by the City Council the City will not have any involvement with the
advertisement at Eveland Fields. Note: Just you know the City is the property owner of Eveland Fields.
Currently there is an agreement in place with the Anoka Hennepin School District in regards to the use
and maintenance of Eveland Fields. The school district is responsible for scheduling and maintenance
of the fields for 9 months of the year (September through May) and the City is responsible for the other
3 months (June through August).
The Park and Recreation Commission have reviewed the request and are recommending approval of
the amendment.
ACTION REQUIRED
The City Council is requested to approve the amendment to the Park Advertisement Policy and
Agreement regarding advertisement at Eveland Fields.
Re/essppeec�tfallly submitted,
Todd J. I
Cc: Shane Stenzel, Park and Recreation Commission Chair (copy sent by e-mail)
Attachment: Proposed Amendment to the Park Advertisement Policy and Agreement
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City of Andover Park Advertising Policy
It is the policy of the City of Andover not to allow advertising in City parks except as
follows:
1. Advertising signs shall only be allowed on the fences of fields at Hawk Ridge
Park, Pine Hills North, Sunshine Park, E "• _ G"w High Soheel F:_,a_ and
Andover Station North. Note: Andover Hirsh School and/or Anoka Henne rn
School District will be responsible for manaeine any advertisement at Ev la d
Fields year around.
2. Athletic Field and Scoreboard Advertising Signs: Athletic field advertising and
scoreboard advertising signs shall be permitted in all districts subject to the
provisions of this chapter and with the following conditions:
a) Athletic field advertising signs shall not be visible from adjacent
residential properties when viewed at ground level.
b) Scoreboard advertising signs shall be placed in such a way so as to
minimize to the greatest possible extent the exposure to adjacent
residential properties.
c) Athletic field scoreboard advertising signs shall not be illuminated
when not in use for ball games.
3. Only the City or a party or parties who have a valid lease agreement with the City
shall place signs in the approved parks.
4. Signs shall be no larger in size of 5' high by 10' wide.
5. The signs shall be designed so as not to inhibit the ability of players to see the ball
in play.
6. Signs shall not be placed prior to April 1" and shall be removed by November lrt
each year.
7. Signs relating to politics, tobacco, alcohol, gambliag, and adult oriented uses are
prohibited, as are signs containing offensive or obscene language.
8. The content of all signs shall be subject to approval by the City of Andover before
installation.
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9. Signs shall be installed and removed by the City of Andover. Off-season storage
of signs shall be the responsibility of the lessee(s).
10. Signs shall be kept in good repair, in conformance with City Code section 12-16-
7-B. The lessee(s) shall be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and
replacement of damaged, vandalized, or dilapidated signs.
11. All signs sball comply with the Andover City Code.
12. Proceeds from the program shall be used to improve local park facilities utilized
by local sporting associations.
Revised by City Council 11/17/09
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Approved by the Andover City Council- May 2, 2006
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ANDOVER (LESSOR) AND THE
(LESSEE),
GOVERNING THE USE OF CITY PARK FACILITIES FOR THE SALE OF
ADVERTISING SPACE
1. The City will place advertising signs on the outfield walls of baseball and/or softball fields at
Sunshine Park Evelmd-FWdss and Andover Station North. The City will place advertising signs
where appropriate at Hawk Ridge Park and Pine Hills North.
2. The City shall receive $240 for each 2 year agreement to cover the costs to administer the
agreements and also for installing and removing the advertising signs each season Full payment
shall be made at the time of application and prior to the installation of the sign
3. All signs shall conform to the City of Andover Park Advertising Policy.
4. All signs shall be maintained during the season and stored during the off-season by the lessee.
5. Any damage to the park property caused by the sign program shall be paid for by the lessee.
6. Sponsorship, promotion, and administration of the advertising sign program shall be the sole
responsibility of the lessee. a
7. The lease agreement shall expire on . 20_, and is renewable upon agreement by both
parties for two-year periods.
By
(Lessee)
By
City of Andover (Planning Department)
City of Andover (Public Works Department)