HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 21, 20241685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
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Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
March 21, 2024
6:00 P.M. Meet at Andover City Hall
1. Call to Order
2. Resident Forum
3. Approval of Minutes P/24 MeetingA17124 Workshop)
4. Agenda Approval
5. Preliminary Plat Review Andover Senior Campus
6. Discuss Pine Hills North Shelter
7. Outstanding Items
8. Chairs Report
9. Adjournment
6:30 P.M. or Shortly After Workshop Session
A. Discuss 2025-2029 CIP Park Capital Improvements
B. Discuss 2025-2029 CIP Playground Replacements
PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING —MARCH 7, 2024
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was
called to order by Vice Chair Stenzel on March 7, 2024, 6:00 p.m., at the Andover City
Hall, 1885 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners Present: Vice Chair Shane Stenzel, Commissioners Bruckner
Johnson, Kristin Lackie, Chuck Naughton, and Liza Shafto.
Commissioners Absent: Chair Strombeck and Commissioner Jim Lindahl
Also Present: Parks & Streets Operations Manager Jason Baumunk
Associate Planner Jake Griffiths
RESIDENT FORUM
No one appeared to address the Commission.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
February 1, 2024 Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Lackie, seconded by Commissioner Shafto, to approve the
February 1, 2024 Park Commission Regular Meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried
on a 5-ayes, 0-nays, and 2-absent vote.
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
Motion by Commissioner Naughton, seconded by Commissioner Lackie, to approve the
March 7, 2024 Park Commission Regular Meeting Agenda as presented. Motion carried
on a 5-ayes, 0-nays, 2-absent vote.
PARK DEDICATION IMPROVEMENT FUND 4TH QUARTER REPORT/FINANCE
DEPARTMENT
Parks & Streets Operations Manager Jason Baumunk provided the quarterly review of the
Park Improvement Fund. Included in the presentation were the Project Commitment
Listing Report, Balance Sheet, and Revenue and Expenditure Reports for the Park
Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 2
Improvement Fund as of December 31, 2023. Mr. Baumunk stated with the park projects
planned the fund is looking good.
DISCUSS 2024 ANNUAL MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
Parks & Streets Operations Manager Jason Baumunk stated the Park and Recreation
Commission is requested to discuss the use of the 2024 Annual Miscellaneous Projects
funding. Identified in the Park Capital Improvement Plan is $25,000 for Annual
Miscellaneous Projects. These are projects that are not specifically identified in the Capital
Improvement Plan but are determined to be a beneficial improvement to the park system.
Staff is recommending that we utilize a portion of this funding to install yellow fence
capping on all the baseball and softball field fencing, 6' and under, and select 8' fencing
where staff have determined a potential safety concern. The yellow capping improves
player safety by covering the sharp edges at the top of the chain link fence. This would
amount to an estimated 2000 feet of yellow capping to complete this.
There have been ongoing concerns with the lack of a backstop for lacrosse balls on the
south side of the west field at Prairie Knoll Park. The south goal on that field is in close
proximity to the parking lot. Balls that miss the goal often bounce into and through the
parking lot. Due to this, that portion of the parking lot is not utilized during lacrosse season
out of fear of damage. Staff has also received complaints from the neighbors about balls
ending up on their property and causing damage to mowers if they get hit. Staff is working
with the Andover Lacrosse Association to determine if a type of temporary netting or
fencing can be used to prevent this from happening. Staff would request to use a portion of
this funding to purchase the appropriate net/fence system once the best option is
determined.
The other option would be to install a permanent chain link fence along the edge of the
parking lot. The fence would need to go right on the edge of the trail between the parking
lot and the field. Staff would recommend that a mow strip be installed along with the fence.
Photos of the area were provided for Commission review.
The estimated cost for the addition of the yellow fence capping is $2,800 for the 2000 feet
identified. UV resistant yellow capping is expected to last 10-15 years before replacement.
The portable fence systems for Prairie Knoll Park and estimated to be $500 - $1000 for a
100' section. Staff has not obtained quotes for the chain link fence option but will if this
option is of interest to the Park & Recreation Commission. The fence would be either 6' or
8' depending on what Lacrosse suggests along with a mow strip.
Commissioner Lackie suggested going with the permanent solution. Commissioner
Johnson asked if there was any player concern with the 15' and Mr. Baumunk stated no.
Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 3
Mr. Baumunk requested the Park and Recreation Commission discuss the two presented
projects and provide direction to staff on how to proceed.
ANOKA COUNTYSHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 4TH QUARTER REPORT
Mr. Baumunk reviewed the list of reports generated by the Anoka County Sheriff's Office
regarding city park activity for the 4th Quarter of 2023. Residents are encouraged to call
the Sheriff's Office if they see something.
Commissioner Naughton mentioned there seems to be a number of parent disputes and
asked if those are increasing. Mr. Baumunk stated this is the first he has seen in a while.
This incident did not involve Andover teams.
OUTSTANDING ITEMS
1. On -going Projects: Mr. Baumunk reviewed Parks and Streets staff have been very
active removing diseased and dead trees in various parks and along trails, mainly
Ash Trees. Emerald Ash Borer has taken a heavy toll on many of the Ash trees in
the area. Trees are treated as deemed beneficial, but treatment does not always lead
to saving the trees from dying.
2. Updates from Previous Meetings:
Pine Hills Multipurpose Building — Work continues planning for this project. Staff
determined that the well at the park will not be able to be utilized for the shelter.
Cost estimates are being sought to install a well for the building. Along with that,
requests for cost estimates for septic and power have been sent out.
New Trail Segment Along Crosstown — The new proposed trail segment along the
south side of Crosstown Boulevard from Bluebird Street to Xeon Street is currently
in the design phase. Irrigation Improvements — Irrigation improvements in Sofie's
South and Hickory Meadows Parks are planned for spring of 2024. Staff is currently
working with an irrigation contractor on the addition at Sofie's South Park. Hickory
Meadows installation will be done in-house by Parks Staff and that design plan is
currently being put together.
Hills of Bunker Lake West Parking Lot Paving — Design for this project is complete
and will be put out for bid in early March. This project is being done in conjunction
with the Full Depth Reclamation roadway project planned for the surrounding
neighborhood.
Other Items of Interest: Mr. Baumunk provided updates on New Trail Segment
Along Coon Creek — The easement has been secured and a DNR Local Trail
Connection Grant will be applied for in March of 2024.
GameTime Playground Grant — The grant was awarded and the three playground
replacements for 2024 have been delivered. All three are comparable in size to our
standard neighborhood playground structures.
Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 4
Field Schedules — All schedules have been received. There were no issues. The
lacrosse and soccer schedules should go in shortly. Boreal FC and Coon Rapids are
negotiating on field space. There is interest from Minnesota Ultimate for the use of
fields at Hidden Creek North. No special equipment needs are necessary.
4. Parks Maintenance Update: Mr. Baumunk reviewed the Weekly Parks
Maintenance for 1/26/24, 2/2/24, 2/9/24 and 2/16/24.
OTHER ITEMS OR UPDA TES — NONE.
CHAIR'S REPORT
No Commissioners had any reports.
Vice Chair Stenzel asked when the fields would be open due to the early Spring. The closed
signs are out but the fields have a lot of soft spots. Notices will be sent to the Associations
when the fields are ready.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Shafto, seconded by Lackie, to adjourn the workshop meeting at 6:20 p.m.
Motion carried on a 5-ayes, 0-nays, 2-absent vote.
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Wolfe, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION WORK SESSION MEETING
MARCH 7, 2024
MINUTES
The Work Session Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called
to order by Vice Chair Stenzel on March 7, 2024, 6:20 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1885
Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners Present: Vice Chair Shane Stenzel, Commissioners Bruckner
Johnson, Kristin Lackie, Chuck Naughton, and Liza Shafto.
Commissioners Absent: Chair Strombeck, and Commissioner Jim Lindahl.
Also Present: Parks & Streets Operations Manager Jason Baumunk
Associate Planner Jake Griffiths
ROLE OF THE PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION
Associate Planner Jake Griffiths reviewed since there are several new members that were
appointed to the Commission, the review of the Role of the Park & Recreation
Commission, Refresher on Guiding Documents, Open Meeting Law & Remote Meeting
Participation Policy and Other Topics/Questions will be reviewed this evening.
The role of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission is to advise, formulate and
recommend policies and projects to the City Council on issues affecting the City's park
and recreation system. All actions taken by the Park and Recreation Commission are
subject to review and approval or denial by the City Council. Areas of oversight expressly
delegated to the Parks and Recreation Commission by the City Council include:
• Recommend Capital Park and Recreational Trail Projects subject to available
funding sources.
• Recommend Policies affecting the use of the City's Park System.
• Advise the Council on matters affecting the City's park and recreation system.
• Shall allocate park fields in a fair and equitable manner, based on recommendations
from users and City staff.
Implementation of policies affecting resident use of the City's park system as
recommended by the Parks Commission and adopted by the City Council is a staff function
subject to final review and oversight by the City Council.
Andover Park & Recreation Work Session Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 2
Maintenance, upkeep, and repair of the City's park and recreation infrastructure is a staff
function subject to the control of the Public Works Superintendent.
Refresher on Guiding Documents
The Parks and Recreation Commission typically uses the following documents as a basis
for its review and recommendations to the City Council. If any Commission member does
not have a copy please let City Staff know. Please keep in mind that these documents are
just the most common ones the Park Commission will interact with and other policies may
exist depending on specific circumstances.
• City Code 2-3: Park and Recreation Commission.
• Comprehensive Plan Chapter 5: Parks and Open Space Plan.
• Park Dedication Study.
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Recommendations.
Mr. Griffiths reviewed the Remote Meeting Participation Policy and the Open Meeting
Law. Mr. Baumunk requested if a Commissioner will be absent to please let him know via
email. The Open Meeting Law was reviewed.
DISCUSS PARK DEDICA TION STUDY
Mr. Griffiths reviewed the 2021 Park Dedication Study recommends that one additional
neighborhood park should be developed in the area of Section 13, 23, and/or 24, Township
321, Range 24 and that this park should be approximately 5 acres in size. However, since
the adoption of the 2021 Park Dedication Study two neighborhood parks that were not
contemplated have been dedicated to the City in this area: Fields of Winslow Cove East
and Fields of Winslow Cove West When combined these two parks total 2.02 acres in size.
A map was attached showing this area of the City and existing park facilities.
A map was displayed but not available from the audio -only recording. Mr. Griffiths asked
if the Park Commission wants to see additional parks in the area indicated on the map.
Commissioner Lackie asked if this would be a high density residential and Mr. Griffiths
stated it would not. This would be a more typical Andover residential development with
traditional lots and perhaps townhouses. Vice Chair Stenzel asked if the decision needed
to be made now for planning purposes or can a park be determined when the development
project is reviewed. Mr. Griffiths stated it would be helpful to have a general idea and if it
were 5 acres that may be difficult to carve out. He asked if the Commission's expectation
would be 5 acres or less. Vice Chair Stenzel stated he would suggest less than 5 acres. The
placement of the park would be key as it is a weird layout. Mr. Griffiths stated the intent
was to have a desire to have a ballpark on this side of the City. When smaller parks were
created no large ballparks were necessary. Vice Chair Stenzel stated it is difficult to remove
a playground when it has been established. The replacement cost goes up every year.
Commissioner Johnson asked what would be included in a 3 acre park. Mr. Baumunk stated
in 2-3 acres a ballfield could be included with a playground. Vice Chair Stenzel stated if a
field is in a park parking is going to be needed.
Andover Park & Recreation Work Session Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 3
The dedication of these two neighborhood parks has created a discrepancy with the 2021
Park Dedication Study. This makes it challenging for City staff to have conversations with
property owners and developers as growth continues in this portion of the City.
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss the 2021 Park Dedication
Study and provide feedback to City Staff. The consensus of the Commission was to plan
for a park but not a mini park or a 5 acre park. For reference, Sophie's park is 1.5 acres.
DISCUSS 2025-2029 PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Mr. Baumunk requested the Parks and Recreation Commission begin discussing the 2025-
2029 Park Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The target date for the draft CIP is Friday,
May 31, 2024. A projected fund balance sheet was prepared by the Finance Department
for Commission use. This projected fund balance does show the remaining payments for
the $1,000,000 that was approved by the City Council to be used for the construction of
the Community Center Expansion.
The Park & Recreation Commission should review the future improvements in zones A-D
and determine what projects should be considered for the next 5 years. The following is
what was identified in the 2024-2028 CIP and from the Park Dedication Study:
2024
• Construction of Pine Hills North Multipurpose Building - $350,000
• Prairie Knoll Building Replacement/Expansion Design - $50,000
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
• Contribution to ACC - $150,000
• Park Irrigation Improvements — Sophies South and Hickory Meadows - $27,000
• Hills of Bunker Lake West Parking Lot Paving - $130,000
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
2025
• Park at Fields at Winslow Cove - $150,000. This is a new park that is identified in
the development plans.
• Prairie Knoll Building — Expand/Replace $170,000 plus contribution from Andover
Football.
• Kelsey Round Lake Park Shelter with Bathrooms Design - $50,000.
• Contribution to ACC - $159,107. Final payment for the ACC expansion
contribution.
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000.
• Pickle Ball Complex — From the 2021 Pickleball Study, staff will get updated
quotes if added to the CIP $455,000.
• Sunshine Basketball Court Improvements — Currently getting quotes. Sport Court
surfacing, fencing and improved backboards. Possible lighting as well $35,000.
Andover Park & Recreation Work Session Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 4
2026
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000.
• Kelsey Round Lake Park Master Plan Additions. Building w/bathrooms,
wayfinding, and interpretive signs — TBD $180,000.
• Skate Park Expansion $50,000 identified in the Park Dedication Study. Total TBD.
Working on options $50455 square foot estimate $100,000.
• Sunshine Parking Lot Lights, West and South Lots - $30,000.
• Zone B Projects TBD - $100,000
2027
Zone A Projects TBD - $150,000.
Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000.
Pine Hills North Master Plan Additions — TBD $100,000.
2028
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
• Pleasant Oaks Sidewalk — ADA Access trail from the street to the playground
$4,000.
• Zone D - $100,000.
Depending on what the Commission recommends for projects, the Finance Department has
indicated to staff that the ending fund balance for each of the 5 years should have a
minimum positive balance of $50,000 or more.
Provided for the Commission's consideration were the 2024-2028 Park Improvement Fund
Projected Fund Balance Sheet, and the Future Facilities Chart by Zone from the 2021 Park
Dedication Study.
Vice Chair Stenzel stated this is the fun part of the job as this is where the Commission is
able to make decisions for the future of Andover parks. With the zones, this spreads the
improvements across the entire City. He appreciates Staff seeing things needed in the parks.
Mr. Baumunk stated this will be the topic of future meetings. If Commissioners have any
questions feel free to call Mr. Baumunk. Vice Chair Stenzel asked if there is a need for
more fields and Mr. Baumunk stated from what her hears, primarily there is a desire for
more baseball fields similar to the ones at Rose Park.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Shafto, seconded by Commissioner Naughton, to adjourn the
Work Session meeting at 7:05 p.m. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, 0-nays, 2-absent vote.
Respectfully Submitted,
Andover Park & Recreation Work Session Meeting
Minutes —March 7, 2024
Page 5
Debbie Wolfe, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO:
Park & Recreation Commissioners
CC:
David Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Jason Baumunk, Parks & Streets Operations Manager
FROM:
Jake Griffiths, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:
5. Preliminary Plat Review Andover Senior Campus
DATE:
March 21, 2024
DISCUSSION
Andover Senior Campus is a proposed mixed -use development consisting of 1.5 acres of commercial
property, two brownstone buildings with a total of 32 units, 9 slab on grade single level living cottages,
and 176 units in a single, multi -story building consisting of independent living, assisted living and
memory care. All residential units for the project will be limited to seniors that are 55 years old or older.
The project is proposed by J.A. Wedum Foundation and SilverCrest Properties, LLC and would be
located on the southeast corner of Hanson Blvd NW and Crosstown Blvd NW.
All residents of the development would have access to several private recreational amenities including
indoor pickle ball courts, bistro, salon, club room, multi -purpose room, golf simulator, crafts room,
wellness center, warm water swimming pool, group fitness, fitness equipment room and therapy spaces.
During previous review of a sketch plan for this development, the pickleball courts were originally shown
as being outside and potentially accessible to the public. However, as review has continued the pickleball
courts are now located inside the facility and are intended to be used primarily by the development's
residents.
The Park Dedication Study does not recommend any additional parkland dedication in this area. The site
is located close to several parks and other recreational amenities including Sunshine Park, Purple Park,
the City Hall Ice Rink Complex and the Andover YMCA Community Center. The development would
also be linked to these facilities through a new trail on Crosstown Blvd NW and an existing trail on
Hanson Blvd NW.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to review the proposed development and make a
recommendation to the City Council on the park dedication requirements.
Tectfully sulpnitte4,
Jake Griffiths
Associate Planner
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FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer-'��
FROM: Jason Baumunk, Parks & Streets Operations Manager
SUBJECT: 6. Discuss Pine Hills North Shelter
DATE: March 21, 2024
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss the updated cost estimates for the
proposed shelter at Pine Hills North Park.
DISCUSSION
The current sketch plan shows a 30'x 26' covered shelter area, two bathrooms, an area labeled
Concession that would be used for food preparation and service for those reserving the shelter, and
space behind the bathrooms for utilities such as irrigation controls, plumbing, and IT equipment.
Currently staff is expecting cost estimates back for septic and power. Updates will be given at the
meeting if they become available by then. The following are the estimates we have received.
• $125,967 - Cedar Forest Products Parkaire Building — Steel Roof, VCP China Plumbing
Package, Electrical Package, and Stamped & Certified Architectural Drawings.
• $179,523 — Installation including Construction of Building, Foundation, and Stone Veneer.
• $7,552 — Comcast Cable installation
• $15,225 — 4" Shallow Well
• $5,000 — Electric Connection — ESTIMATED, waiting on final design and cost.
• $50,000 — Contingency.
• $383,267 - Current Cost Estimate excluding Septic.
BUDGET IMPACT
The 2024 Capital Improvement Plan has $425,000 identified for this project from Park
Dedication Funds.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss the updated proposal for the Pine
Hills North multipurpose building and give staff direction on how to proceed.
Respectfully submitted,
Jason Baumunk
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FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City EngineerLA_A�
FROM: Jason Baumunk, Parks & Streets Operations Manager
SUBJECT: 7. Outstanding Items
DATE: March 21, 2024
Current items as of 03/1 5I24
ON -GOING PROJECTS —
• Parks and Streets staff have been very active removing diseased and dead trees in various
parks and along trails, mainly Ash Trees. Emerald Ash Borer has taken a heavy toll on
many of the Ash trees in the area. Trees are treated as deemed beneficial, but treatment
does not always lead to saving the trees from dying.
UPDATES ON 2024 PARK CIP PROJECTS
• Pine Hills Multipurpose Building — On this agenda. Work continues planning for this
project. Staff determined that the well at the park will not be able to be utilized for the
shelter. Cost estimates are being sought to install a well for the building. Along with
that, requests for cost estimates for septic and power have been sent out.
• New Trail Segment Along Crosstown — The new proposed trail segment along the
south side of Crosstown Boulevard from Bluebird Steet to Xeon Steet is currently in
the design phase.
• Irrigation Improvements — Irrigation improvements in Sophie's South and Hickory
Meadows Parks are planned for spring of 2024. Staff is currently working with an
irrigation contractor on the addition at Sophie's South Park. Hickory Meadows
installation will be done in-house by Parks Staff and that design plan is currently being
put together.
• Hills of Bunker Lake West Parking Lot Paving — Design for this project is complete
and bids will be received on March 27. This project is being done in conjunction with
the Full Depth Reclamation roadway project planned for the surrounding
neighborhood.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
• New Trail Segment Along Coon Creek — The easement has been secured and a DNR
Local Trail Connection Grant will be applied for in March of 2024.
• GameTime Playground Grant — The grant was awarded and the three playground
replacements for 2024 have been delivered. All three are comparable in size to our
standard neighborhood playground structures.
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 Jason Baumunk or Dave Berkowitz.
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.
WEEKLY PARKS MAINTENANCE UPDATES
2/23/24
• Trash Cycle.
• Continued with audit of all parks for dead, dying of damaged trees for removal or
trimming.
• Continued with diseased tree removals in Parks. This week: Crooked Lake Boat Landing,
Shadow Brook Park, and Strootman Park.
• Continued with stump grinding.
• Continued project for cedar board replacement on park benches at numerous parks.
• Changed out Irrigation Controllers at Fire Stations 2 & 3 to Smart Weather based run
time adjustable controllers.
• Park equipment inspections, e.g. Basketball nets, Park benches, picnic table, etc.
3/l/24
• Trash Cycle.
• Continued with diseased tree removals in Parks.
• Removed several dead Ash trees from Hidden Creek North parking lot area. Mank on
these dead trees were overgrown with vines. The removals drastically the aesthetics of
that location but had to be done due to the dead tree's being a safety hazard.
• Continued with stump grinding behind tree removals.
• Staff worked on constructing two more pickleball nets for the Community Center.
• Tennis Courts were cleaned off and the nets installed.
3/8/24
• Trash Cycle.
• Continued with diseased tree removals in Parks.
• Continued with stump grinding and turf repair.
• Continued project for cedar board replacement on park benches at numerous parks.
• Fabricated 2 more portable Pickle Ball Nets for Community Center
• Started Playground Inspections and making repairs as needed.
• Started installing irrigation water meters.
• Delivered John Deere tractor to Crysteel for front snowplow attachment install.
• Started Wood Duck house inspection.
3/15/24
• Trash Cycle.
• Picking up leaves along fence lines in various parks.
• Got quotes and arranged for a backstop fence to be installed at the south end of the
Prairie Knoll Park Lacrosse/Football field by the parking lot.
• Two employees attended the Shade Tree Short Course training.
• The shelter at Sophie's South was repaired. The ceiling under the shelter was replaced
with a more durable carsiding.
Respectfully submitted,
Jason Baumunk
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer���
FROM: Jason Baumunk, Parks & Streets Operations Manager
SUBJECT: A. Discuss 2025-2029 CIP Park Capital Improvements
DATE: March 21, 2024
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussing the 2025-2029 Park
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
DISCUSSION
The target date for draft CIP is Friday June7th. Attached is a projected fund balance sheet that
was prepared by the Finance Department for your use. This projected fund balance does show
the remaining payments for the $1,000,000 that was approved by the City Council to be used for
the construction of the Community Center Expansion.
Commission should review the future improvements in zones A-D and determine what projects
should be considered for the next 5 years. Below is what was previously identified in the CIP for
2025-2028.
2025
• Park at Fields at Winslow Cove - $150,000. This is a new park that is identified in the
development plans.
• Prairie Knoll Building — Expand/Replace $170,000 plus contribution from Andover
Football. — Remove per Park Commission - needs to be reviewed by the City Council —
Project cost estimates came back higher than anticipated.
• Kelsey Round Lake Park Shelter with Bathrooms Design - $50,000
• Contribution to ACC - $159,107. Final payment for the ACC expansion contribution
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
• Pickle Ball Complex - From the 2021 Pickleball Study, staff will get updated quotes if
added to the CIP - $455,000
• Sunshine Basketball Court Improvements. —Currently getting quotes. Sport Court
surfacing, fencing and improved backboards. Possible lighting as well - $35,000
2026
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
• Kelsey Round Lake Park Master Plan Additions. Building w/Bathrooms, Wayfinding,
and Interpretive Signs — TBD $180,000
• Skate Park Expansion — $50,000 identified in the Park Dedication Study. Total TBD.
Working on options, $50-$55 sq ft estimate - $100,000
• Sunshine Parking Lot Lights, West and South Lots - $30,000
• Zone B Projects TBD - $100,000
2027
• Zone A Projects TBD - $150,000
• Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
• Pine Hills North Master Plan Additions — TBD $100,000
2028
Annual Misc. Projects - $25,000
Pleasant Oaks Sidewalk —ADA Access trail from the street to the playground. $4,000
• Zone D - $100,000
BUDGET IMPACT
Depending on what the Commission recommendations for projects, the Finance Department has
indicated to staff that the ending fund balance for each of the 5 years should have a minimum
positive balance of $50,000.00 or more.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussions on the 2025-2029 Parks
Capital Improvement Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
or.- 020U����
Jason Baumunk
Attachments: 2024-2029 Park Improvement �pnd Projected Fund Balanc5eheet,�taff
Recommendations from Future Facilities Chart, Pine Hips North Master Plan, Kelsey Round
Lake Park Master Plan (Master Plans in the side pocket),/
Projected Sources of Revenue
Park Dedication Fee - Residential Units
Park Dedication Fee - Residential ($5,079/unit)
less: Contribution to Comm Ctr Expan
Donation / Contribution
Capital Projects Levy - Park Improvements
Total Revenues Available
Projected Commitments
Pine Hills North - Multipurpose Building
Sophies South & Hickory Meadows - Irrigation Improvem
Hills of Bunker Lake West - Pave Parking Lot
Prairie Knoll -Warming House Expansion/Replacement
Park at Fields of Winslow Cove
Sunshine - Basketball Court Improvements
Zone B Projects - TBD
Kelsey Round Lake - Design Shelter w/ Bathrooms
Skate Park Expansion
Sunshine - Parking Lot Lights
Pickleball Complex
Zone A Projects - TBD
Pine Hills North - Master Plan Additions
Zone D Projects - TBD
Pleasant Oaks - Sidewalk/ADA Access Trail
Annual Miscellaneous Projects
Total Commitments
Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures
Fund Balance as of December 31, 2023
Estimate
2024
CITY OF ANDOVER
Park Improvement Fund
Projected Fund Balance
2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 TOTALS
25
25
25
25
25
$ 253,950
$ 126,975
$ 126,975
$ 126,975
$ 126,975
$ 126,975
$ 888,825
(150,000)
(159,107)
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-
-
-
(309,107)
25,000
-
-
-
-
-
25,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
90,000
143,950
(17,132)
141,975
141,975
141,975
141,975
694,718
425,000
27,000
130,000
220,000
150,000
35,000
100,000
230,000
100,000
30,000
300,000
425,000
27,000
130,000
220,000
150,000
35,000
100,000
230,000
100,000
30,000
300,000
150,000 150,000
100,000 100,000
100,000 100,000
4,000 4,000
25,000 25,000 25,000 150,000
275,000 129,000 25,000 2,251,000
(133,025) 12,975 116,975
Fund Balance Brought Forward 1,658,616 1,211,484 568,459 435,434 448,409
Ending Fund Balance'* $ 1,658,616 $ 1,211,484 $ 568,459 $ 435,434 $ 448,409 $ 565,384
**Target • $50,000 to create a contingency for any project overages.
25,000 25,000 25,000
607,000 430,000 785,000
(463,050) (447,132) (643,025)
2,121,666
Dedicated Funds Available for: Community Center Contribution $1m $ 175,146 2020
Rose Park - tower rental fee $ 27,285 202,604 2021
163,143 2022
150,000 2023
$ 690,893
Staff Recommendations From Future Facilities Chart
Zone A
Pine Hills Master Plan Items
Mobilization
$62,000.00
Pine Hills North
Removals/clearing & grubbing
$10,000.00
Pine Hills North
Grading/earthwork & erosion control
$50,000.00
Pine Hills North
Stormwater management improvements
$32,500.00
Pine Hills North
Add secondary entrance/exit from Tulip St (gravel)
$g 250.00
Pine Hills North
Paved trails 10' wide
$323,000.00
Pine Hills North
Wooden boardwalk 6' wide
$143,750.00
Pine Hills North
Pedestrian bridges
$60,000.00
Pine Hills North
Large community play area
$100,000.00
Pine Hills North
Gazebo with concrete slab & 4 picnic tables
$85,000.00
Pine Hills North
Misc. Site Amenities
$32,000.00
Pine Hills North
Potable well
$10,000.00
Pine Hills North
Septic & vault
$105,000.00
Pine Hills North
Multi -purpose building
SteFage shed
$450,000.00
$95,000.00
Pine Hills North
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Overlook @ pond/wetland demonstration area
$25,000.00
Pine Hills North
Prairie grass demonstration area
$16,250.00
Pine Hills North
Expanded irrigation of common spaces
$50,000.00
Pine Hills North
Games court
$14,500.00
Pine Hills North
Sand volleyball court
$5,500.00
Pine Hills North
Disc Golf
$5,000.00
Pine Hills North
Landscape improvements
$35,000.00
Pine Hills North
Turf Seed
$33,250.00
Pine Hills North
Fiber Blanket
$135,000.00
Pine Hills North
Electrical expansion & trail lighting
$160,000.00
Pine Hills North
Pave Parking lot (park dedication portion)
$120,000.00
Pine Hills North
Staff Recommendations From Future Facilities Chart
FUTURE EQUIPMENT TOTAL $2,166,000.00 Pine Hills North
Security Light
$7,500.00
Timber Trails
Pave Parking Lot - 46 Stalls
$69,000.00
Timber Trails
Zone B
Security Light
$7,500.00
Oakview
Picnic Table
$500.00
Oakview
Irrigation ($10,000)
$15,000.00
Oakview
Sandbox and Digger
$5,000.00
Oakview
FUTURE EQUIPMENT TOTAL
$28,000.00
Oakview
Zone C
Kelsey Round Lake Master Plan
Additional New Trails (possible Grant funds)
$226,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Park Sign & Landscaping (2 locations)
$2,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Security Light (2)
$15,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Nature Play Area (5 Total)
$60,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Picnic Shelter with Vault Restroom and Tables
$150,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Dock
$22,500.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Concrete Flatwork near Parking Area
$20,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Boardwalk (2,000 LF) (Other Funding)
$1,045,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Benches on Concrete Pad (8 Total)
$20,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Picnic Tables on Concrete Pad (6 total)
$20,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Artistic/Interpretive Nature Nodes (10 Total)
$20,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Wayfinding Signage/Trail Ident. /Distance Markers
Kelsey Round Lake
y
($26000)
$10,000.00
Restoration/Landscaping ($50,000)
$25,000.00
Kelsey Round Lake
FUTURE EQUIPMENT TOTAL
$1,635,500.00
Kelsey Round Lake
Staff Recommendations From Future Facilities Chart
Zone D
Pave Ballfield Parking Lot (30 stalls)
$60,000.00
Strootman
Pave Parking Lot (Canoe Area - 10 stalls)
Strootman Canoe
$25,000.00
Landing
ADA Access Trail to River (150' x $50.00 plf)
Strootman Canoe
$7,500.00
Landing
Pave Existing Parking Lot w/ concrete C & G
$45,000.00
Hills of Bunker West
Lighting of Parking lots (west and south)
$30,000.00
Sunshine
Skateboard Park Expansion
$50,000.00
Sunshine
Irrigation System ($40,000)
$30,000.00
Sophie's
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Picnic Areas:
Two other areas have been identified in the Master Plan as additional picnic opportunities. One
is in the center of the site near a natural play element, while the second is at the far south end of
the site near the lake. These areas would be simple in nature — small clearings with 1-3 picnic
tables for park users to casually use. The picnic area at the south end of the site will be placed in
an upland area with views overlooking Round Lake.
Trails
During the master planning process, additional trails and trail connections were identified as
desired development opportunities. The Master Plan includes the addition of two connections
to the surrounding neighborhoods — one to the northeast side of the park and another to the
west. A third connection to the southeast is suggested, but would require the purchase of
additional park property or an acquired easement.
Existing trails within the park have several dead ends, so trail connections are planned to create
walking loops and gain access to a larger portion of the park. A trail along the upland ridge in the
south end of the park is proposed to create a closer connection to Round Lake.
Proposed trails are suggested to be primarily 8' wide bituminous where soil conditions are dry
and stable enough to support them. In other seasonally wet or wetland areas, a boardwalk
system is planned to make the trail connections.
Existing bituminous and boardwalk trails have some irregularities in the form of wear cracks and
loose or uneven boards. Repairs should be made to ensure adequate accessibility to all areas
throughout the park.
Dock on Round Lake
A physical connection to the lake was identified during the
master planning process as a missing element within
Kelsey Round Lake Park. While the site is situated directly
on the lake, the majority of the lake edge is thick, wetland
vegetation making it hard to see or experience the larger
body of water. The upland ridge towards the south end
of the site comes closest the open water, making it an
ideal location for a dock structure reaching out to the
open water. The dock structure is intended primarily for
viewing the lake and wildlife and fishing activities. The
structure is not intended to be a launch point for canoes
or kayaks.
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Nature Play Circuit:
Currently, the park does not include any built play areas for children. While there is a desire to
keep the park natural and free of typical play structures, there is also a need for exploration and
play areas throughout the park. Five areas have been identified for play features within the
park. These play areas should encourage nature based activities such as climbing, balancing,
jumping or swinging. Each of these features should be unique and mimic something found in
nature. These areas can be as simple as cut logs or stumps to climb, or as complex as a
simulated eagles nest
Maintenance:
Proposed developments will bring a need for additional maintenance operations as they are
implemented. The following maintenance procedures are expected:
1. Picnic Shelter with Restroom Facility: Periodic cleaning and garbage pickup. Vault toilets
will need to be serviced with regular pumping (depending on level of use) as well as
periodic disinfectant / interior washing.
2. Smaller Picnic Areas: Small clearings will need regular mowing, garbage pickup and
monitored for vandalism damage.
3. Trail system: Trail system will require increased sweeping and snow removal operations.
Bituminous trails will require periodic crack sealing or sealcoating. Boardwalk trails
will require regular inspection and replacement for cracked, checked or loose boards.
4. Dock: Dock will need to be taken in and out of the lake annually for winter. Dock will
require regular inspection and replacement for cracked, checked or loose boards.
5. Nature play elements: Actual maintenance will be determined by final design and
construction type of each piece. Play features are intended to be natural in composition,
so they shouldn't need extensive maintenance procedures. Play features may need to
be changed or adjusted due to rot or decay of wood elements or surfaces. Woodchip
surfaces will need periodic replenishment and features will need to be monitored for
vandalism damage.
6. Signage and interpretive features: Elements will need to be monitored for vandalism
damage and periodically cleaned of dirt and debris.
7. Benches: Small clearings will need regular mowing, garbage pickup and monitored for
vandalism damage.
8. Enhance existing Natural Systems/Habitat
Cost Analysis:
The following tables provide a breakdown of the costs associated with each development, as well
as the level of priority as to which they should be addressed moving forward in development.
This cost estimate defines the estimated costs associated with each component of the master
plan. It is based on a combination of site -specific development requirements and projects of
similar size and complexity. These estimated costs are also based on having the work
completed by private contractors and specialists. It does not take into consideration work that
could be performed by City staff, volunteer groups, or by other means.
The cost figures are based on master plan level evaluation, which brings with it inherent
limitations. The costs are meant to establish general budgets useful for project phasing and
comparing the relative cost of one item to that of another. It should be expected that the
estimates will require refinement as the design progresses into more detail along with a higher
level of base mapping and geotechnical information. The costs are in 2016 dollars. Although
intended to be conservative, actual costs will vary depending on the year that each aspect of the
master plan is implemented, implementation parameters, economic conditions affecting bidding,
and unexpected site conditions found in the field during construction.
ITEM Low High
Priority
1. Building Additions
1.01
Picnic Shelter with Vault Restroom and Tables
$100,000.00
$150,000.00
LOW
1.02
Dock
$16,500.00
$22,500.00
LOW
Subtotal:
$116,500.00
$172,500.00
2. Pavement / Hardscape
2.01
Concrete Flatwork (sidewalk improvements
near parking area)
$17,000.00
$20,000.00
LOW
2.02
Bituminous Trails (5,400 LF @ 8' wide)
$300,000.00
$325,000.00
2.03
Boardwalk (2,000 LF)
$650,000.00
$700,000.00
MEDIUM
Subtotal:
$967,000.00
$1,045,000.00
3. Site Features
3.01
Benches on Concrete Pad (8 total)
$13,000.00
$20,000.00
3.02
Picnic Tables on Concrete Pad (6 total)
$10,000.00
$15,000.06
LOW
3.03
Artistic / Interpretive Nature Nodes (10 total)
$22,500.00
$30,000.00
LOW/MEDIUM
3.04
Wayfinding Signage/Trail
Identification/Distance Markers
$15,000.00
$26,000.00
3.05
Nature Play Area (5 total)
$15,000.00
$60,000.00
LOW
Subtotal:
$75,500.00
$151,000.00
4. Restoration
4.011 Restoration/Landscaping $25,000.00
Subtotal: $25,000.00
SUBTOTAL $1,184,000.00
RECOMMENDED CONTINGENCY (20%) $236,800.00
ESTIMATED ADMINISTRATIVE / DESIGN COSTS (15%) $213,120.00
5. Existing Improvements
Boardwalk Repair*assumed costs of boardwalk repair
5.01 is 113 cost of new boardwalk construction
5.02 Trail Repair
TOTAL: $1,633,920.00
Subtotal:
$50,000.00
$125,000.00
$175,000.00
$50,000.00
$50,000.00
$1,418, 500.00
$283,700.00
$255,330.00
$1,957,530.00
$70,000.00
$175,000.00
$245,000.00
Graphic Attachments:
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Age
Park
Replaced or Refurb
CIP Year
Area
Sand Size
Features
Notes
19
Country Oaks
2005
2025
3400
1
2005: New Park
18
Fox Meadows
2006
1991
2025
3540
1 Large
18
Hidden Creek South
2006
1988
2025
2900
Sand 135
1
17
Red Oaks West
2007
1993
2026
2250
1
17
Creekview Crossing
2007
1993
2026
3775
Digger 135
1 Large
16
Andover Station North
2008
2026
6080
2
2008: New Park
16
Meadows of Round Lake
2008
1997
1995
2027
3500
1
16
Oak Bluff
2008
1998
1991
2027
3275
1
16
Woodland Crossing
2008
2027
3050
2008: New Park
15
Meadowood North
2009
2028
2725
1
15
Tot Lot 138th
2009
2003
1985
3000
Climber
Removal?
14
Sophie's
2010
2028
2010: New Park
13
Timber Trails
2011
1996
2028
2730
1
12
Nordeen's
2012
1997
2029
2790
Digger 90
1
12
Hickory Meadows
2012
2029
2890
Sand 90
1
11
Pleasant Oaks
2013
1995
1984
2029
2990
1
11
Green Acres
2013
1998
1983
2700
Digger 75
1
11
Northwoods East
2013
1998
1983
1900
Digger 85
1
10
Langseth
2014
1999
1979
3090
1
9
Pine Hills North
2015
2500
Sand 60
1
2015: New Park
9
Timber Rivers
2015
2000
3715
1
8
Maple View
2016
2260
Digger 150
1
2016: New Park
8
Forest Meadows
2016
2001
1987
2870
Digger 145
1
Removed in 2001, Reinstalled in 2016
7
Andover Lions
2017
1998
3090
1
Chesterton
2017
2000
3400
Digger 65
1
Shadowbrook East
2017
20021
4000
Digger 115
1
Terrace
1 2018
20021
19791
4800
1
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Pine Hills South
2018
2000
4120
2
Separate Swings 2018: Refurbished
5
City Hall (Purple Park)
2019
2001
1996
3850
2 Large
2019: New
4
Hidden Creek North
2020
2005
1991
1988
3190
Digger 90
1 Large
1995 Partial Replacement 2020: Full Replacement
3
Hawkridge
2021
2003
1988
3240
Digger 115
1
2021:New Border/Structure/Chips
3
Sunshine
2021
2009
2000
2360
Digger 75
1
2000: Kidtime unit installed 2009: Swings, Digger,
Spring Toys
3
Woodland Meadows
2021
1995
3225
1
2021:New Structures
3
Wild Iris
2021
2003
1987
3400
Digger 170
1
2
Prairie Knoll
2022
2005
1988
3825
1 Large
2
Rose
2022
2004
1987
2860
1
2
Strootman
2022
2020
1987
2970
1
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Hidden Creek East
2023
2015
2002
1988
3890
Digger 85
2
2015: New border & wood chips
1
Hills of Bunker Lake West
2023
2004
1988
3660
1
2023 ADA Additions
1
Lund's North
2023
1
New Addition
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Shady Knoll
2024
2005
19891
3000
1
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Woodland Estates
2024
2006
2350
Digger 150
1
2006: New Park
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2024
2006
3800
2
2006: New Park
Current CIP
Potential Refurbish
Refurbish
Removed
Complete Rebuild
REMOVALS
Removed
1
Crooked Lake Boat Landing
1982
1999
Removed
2
Creekridge
1990
2001
Removed
3
Northwoods West
1979
2004
43 Plagrounds Total. Average of 3265 sq/ft
4 - Small
1900-2500
9 - Large
3800-6000
32 - Average
2500-3800
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TO: Park & Recreation Commission
CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works/City Engineer��
FROM: Jason Baumunk. Parks & Streets Operations Manager
SUBJECT: B. Discuss 2025-2029 CIP Park Playground Equipment Replacement Plan
DATE: March 21, 2024
INTRODUCTION
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussing the 2025-2029 Park
Playground Equipment Replacement Plan that is being recommended by staff.
DISCUSSION
The target date for the Parks Maintenance Department to submit the draft 2025-2029 CIP
Playground Equipment Replacement Plan is Friday, June 7th. Listed below is the existing
playground equipment that will be recommended for replacement (or refurbishment) over the
next 5 years, which will include improvements to the fall zones. Staff supports replacing or
refurbishing equipment at 15 years of age per manufactures recommendations.
2025 — Country Oaks Park (2005), Fox Meadows Park (2006), Hidden Creek South Park (2006)
and Woodland Crossing Park (2008). Proposed budget impact is $200,000.
2026 — Red Oaks West (1993, replaced in 2007), Creekview Crossing Park (2007), and Andover
Station North (2008)
2027 — Meadows of Round Lake Park (2008), Oak Bluff Park (2006). and Woodland Crossing
(2008). Proposed budget impact is $200,000.
2028 — Meadowood North (2009), Sophie's (2010), and Timber Trails (2011) Proposed budget
impact is $200,000
2029 — Nordeen's (2012), Hickory Meadows (2012), and Pleasant Oaks (2013) Proposed budget
impact is $200,000
The playground equipment identified can be moved up or down the list depending on changes to
the condition of the equipment, ADA requirements, entrapments, fall zones and handicapped
accessibility.
More details of the proposed replacements will be presented at the meeting.
BUDGET IMPACT
The General Fund budget impact for replacement/repair of various playground equipment is
proposed at $200,000 per year (years 2025-2029). Staff will continue to apply for the matching
grant from GameTime to offset the rising cost of playground replacements.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussions on the 2025-2029 Park
Playground Equipment Replacement Plan that is being recommended by staff.
Respectfully submitted,
Jason Baumunk
Attachment: Playgrounds Installed by Age spreadsheet. (side pocket of packet