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PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - SEPTEMBER 4, 2003
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was
called to order by Chairman Jim Lindahl on September 4, 2003, 7:34 p.m., at the
Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners Present: Chairman Jim Lindahl, Commissioners Dorrie Peterson,
Dan Masloski, Al Grabowski, Dave Blackstad and Thomas
Goodmanson. Commissioner Valerie Holthus arrived at
7:40 p.m.
Commissioners Absent: There were none.
Also Present: Parks Coordinator, Todd Haas
(J RESIDENTS FORUM
There were no comments at this time.
APPRO V AL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Blackstad stated the following changes should be made:
Page 2, paragraph 1, should as follows: Motion by Blackstad, seconded by Peterson, to
approve the July 17,2003, Park Commission minutes with stated changes.
Commissioner Peterson stated the following changes should be made:
Page 9, paragraph 6 should read as follows: Commissioner Blackstad indicated Kevin
Starr had sent emails saying there were problems with storage security.
Motion by Blackstad, seconded by Goodmanson, to approve the August 7, 2003 Park
Commission minutes as amended. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, O-nays, I-present
(Commissioners Dan Masloski), I-absent vote (Commissioner Valerie Holthus).
Commissioner Holthus arrived at 7:40 p.m.
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.~- ) UPDATE OF PRAIRIE KNOLL PARK /03-1
Mr. Haas advised that recently various City departments met regarding the construction
of Prairie Knoll Park. The recommendation from the departments was to utilize Public
Works employees and rent the necessary heavy equipment to help in the grading of the
site. This was forwarded to the City Council for their review on August 19,2003.
Mr. Haas explained that the grading for the most part is to begin this week. The well is
still being considered for construction this year along with the septic system. The
sodding and irrigation are planned to be completed in the spring. The primary focus for
grading, at this point, is the fields and parking lots. Other items such as the hockey rink
and basketball court will be completed as additional funding becomes .available. The
sliding hill will remain as part of this project to the extent originally determined.
Mr. Haas reviewed photographs taken by Commissioner Peterson.
Commissioner Peterson questioned if staff could get a dollar figure for public works staff
time so that they may compare it to a bid.
Mr. Haas stated they are tracking the hours used and that [fiance is keeping track of all
expenses and savings.
(J Commissioner Grabowski stated it would be nice to be able to inform residents of what
they are spending and saving. !
Commissioner Goodmanson stated he would like to recognize the Andover football and
soccer associations because they put in a lot of time and effort into the construction at the
park. And he would also like to recognize Scott Wold who donated building materials.
Commissioner Grabowski agreed with the recognition.
No action required.
REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS
Mr. Haas reviewed the on-going and on-hold projects list. He stated the lights are up at
Sunshine Park but that they need to iron out timer issues.
Commissioner Peterson questioned what would happen to the skateboard ramp next
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Mr. Haas stated that has yet to be determined.
Chair Lindahl asked for Task Force updates.
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\ Commissioners Blackstad and Masloski stated there was nothing new to report for the
, ) Skateboard Task Force.
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Commissioner Masloski stated the next meeting for the Stakeholders Design Team would
be next Wednesday, September 10th.
Commissioner Blackstad stated things were moving along and the fundraising efforts
would be kicking off shortly. The design of the building is pretty much set.
Commissioner Peterson questioned who would run the center.
Commissioner Blackstad stated the YMCA would run their portion and the City would !
contract out for a private entity to run the City portion.
Commissioner Holthus stated her committee has been busy and said they were working ;
on a cable show and presentations to local groups to provide information and answer I
questions. Their goal is to make other communities aware of what they are doing and
there will be a fundraising event on November 13, 2003 at the Courtyards of Andover.
CHAIR'S REPORT
Commissioner Blackstad wanted to thank the soccer and football association for pulling ;
, together and getting a lot done at Prairie Knoll Park. ;
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ADJOURNMENT ;
Motion by Blackstad, seconded by Masloski, to adjourn the meeting at 8:11 p.m. Motion
carried on a 7 -ayes, O-nays, O-absent vote.
Respectfully Submitted,
Robin Leslie, Recording Secretary
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