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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 21, 1985 ~ 01 ANDOVER AGENDA PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION February 21, 1985 l. Call to order 2. 1 B concept for Fox Meadow Park 3. Glen Eiden, Boy Scouts 4. Engineer's Report Discussion 5. Discussion regarding Check List 6. 7. 8. 9. Approval of Minutes February 7, 1985 10. Adjournment ~ 01 ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 21, 1985 The regularly scheduled meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission was held on February 21, 1985, at the Andover City Hall,1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW at 7:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Prochniak, LeFebvre, Szyplinski, McMullin Kinkade NORTH METRO SOCCER ASSOCIATION Richard Bednarek and Tom Gustafson presented a request for soccer fields for spring/summer of this year. There was some discussion of the facilities at Crooked Lake used the previous year and the problems that were encountered, such as maintenance of the field and soccer goals. North Metro has decided not to request the facility at Crooked Lake this year. They also mentioned they are planning to attend the Andover Athletic Association meeting to get an idea of the type of program they will be offering. The Park Board did not make any decision at this time in order to review requests from both associations. The Board will contact them as soon as possible when decisions have been made. FOX MEADOWS PARK Reviewing the various park schemes again, the Park Board decided the conceptual plan (Scheme #2c) would be the most suitable park plan with some minor changes. Those changes are to turn the softball field 190 degrees so the outfield would be into the park and to add additional parking off Fox Street. Commissioner LeFebvre will bring the layout of 2c with changes to the next Park Board meeting. GLEN EIDEN, BOY SCOUTS Mr. Eiden provided information on the type and cost of playground equipment if the Park Board chooses to go with the type selected. He stated the information he has provided will illustrate the different types of layouts, show the ex- pandability and durability, and the easement of installation. Mr. Eiden informed the Park Board he has already organized his work group within the troup and that the entire project from beginning to end will be under supervision by the Club Masters. He says he will be earning his Eagle Merit for this project and that he needs to have it completed by November of this year, 1985. Mr. Eiden also indicated he would like to start some time in May if everything gets accepted and approvd. The Park Board felt Mr. Eiden has put a lot of time into the initial ground work for this project not only in his troup but in collecting information from the City of Coon Rapids and working with Rick Packard, head of the Park Depart- ment in Coon Rapids. The general consensus of the Park Board was that they agreed on the type of equipment and setup. The Park Board wanted a little time to follow up on a few items. They will inform Mr. Eiden as soon as possible when a decision has been made on the amount of money,to be allocated toward the playground equipment. - 2 - (Glen Eiden, Boy Scouts, Continued) The Park Board also indicated the City Engineer or Public Works person will do the final inspection to assure the installation of playground equipment is adequate. Mr. Eiden also said he will contact the City Engineer/Public Works to make sure the placement of the play equpment in the picnic park area is okay. Commissioner Prochniak stated he will also consult with the City Engineer/ Public Works as to what grading, brushing or whatever needs to be done. Mr. Eiden also informed the troup looking for projects. welcome to attend a meeting of doing them. Park Board that there may be other Scouts in his Park Board recommended they are more than to discuss the types of projects and the possibilities ENGINEER'S REPORT DISCUSSION After reviewing the report, the Park Board basically agreed that it is up to date with a few minor changes (such as dates) and some clarifications. No definite decision was made because they would like some time to review the fencing guidelines and include that in with the overall Engineer's report. A decision will be made at the next Park Board meeting. DISCUSSION REGARDING CHECK LIST Commissioner Prochniak stated he will try to get estimted figures on a few of the projected park projects that are in the '85-'86 park development scheme. KEY COORDINATOR PROGRAM Commissioner LeFebvre stated possibly the Park Board could consider using the Key Coordinator Program as a means of communication of informing residents on certain park issue and also feedback to the Park Board about their parks. LIGHTING CITY HALL PARK Councilman Jim Elling informed the Park Board that he is still waiting for information on the lighting scheme for City Hall Park complex and hopes he will have it soon. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOlTON BY Prochniak, Seconded by Szyplinski, to correct the Minutes of the work session on January 31 to mark Bill LeFebvre as present but arriving late. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by McMullen, Seconded by LeFebvre, to approve the February 7 Minutes. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Szyplinski, Seconded by McMullen, to adjourn meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, t1!t;'h~~b~