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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NoW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
Special Joint City Council & Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
September 21, 2006
7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Park System Condition Assessment/Community Survey Results
3. Update of Revised Park Dedication Study/Comp Plan for Parks
4. Discuss Skate Park Facility
5. Provide Update Regarding Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth Athletic
Associations
6. Discuss Proposed 2007-2011 Park CIP
7. Other Business
8. Adjournment
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NoW. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
Mayor and Council Members / Park & Recreation Commissioners
FROM:
Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
SUBJECT:
Park System Condition Assessment/Community Survey Results
DATE:
September 21, 2006
INTRODUCTION
An ongoing dilemma for the City is whether or not the current parks system is meeting the needs of the
residents in an acceptable quantity and quality. The quantity question is often addressed each year by the
review of the five-year capital improvement plan (CIP) and the quality of the parks is addressed each year
as part of the annual parks maintenance operating budget.
DISCUSSION
The Council and the Commission are requested to share information on what each is hearing relative to the
current park system. This discussion is meant to be an information sharing session to help facilitate the
review of other topics on this evening agenda such as the review of the proposed 2007-20 II Park CIP, the
park dedication study, and the review of guidelines for field usage. The group is also requested to discuss
whether the overall park maintenance is going in the right direction.
Listed below are some potential broad discussion points to facilitate discussion:
Does the present park dedication and development process meet the needs of children playing
soccer, football, baseball, softball, lacrosse, hockey, etc.?
Does the present park dedication and development process meet the needs of families that do
not participate in organized sports?
Does the current parks and trail maintenance program meet the expectations of the residents?
This is also an opportunity to review the recent community survey results (survey questions impacting parks
from the survey are attached) relative to parks and the recent "Open Space Referendum" initiative being
made by the City Council and how this may impact future park and trail development. (Attached to this
memo are the proposed ballot question and a question and answer sheet.)
ACTION REOUESTED
commission are requested to receive a brief staff presentation, discuss and provide
Attachments
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DECISION RESOURCES, LTD.
3128 Dean Court
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414
ANDOVER RESIDENTIAL
QUESTIONNAIRE
FINAL MARCH 2006
Hello, I'm of Decision Resources, Ltd., a polling firm
located in Minneapolis. We've been retained by the City of
Andover to speak with a random sample of residents about issues
facing the city. The survey is being taken because your city
representatives and staff are interested in your opinions and
suggestions. I want to assure you that all individual responses
will be held strictly confidential; only summaries of the entire
sample will be reported. (DO NOT PAUSE)
1.
Approximately how many years have
you lived in the City of Andover?
2.
How would you rate the quality of
life in Andover -- excellent,
good, only fair, or poor?
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LESS THAN TWO YEARS....5%
TWO TO FIVE YEARS ...13%
SIX TO TEN YEARS......28%
ELEVEN - TWENTY YRS...38%
OVER TWENTY YEARS.....17%
PON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....O%
EXCELLENT.....~.......39%
GOOD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57%
ONLY FAIR.............. 4%
POOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....1%
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3.
What do you like most about living in Andover?
UNSURE, 2%; LOCATION, 10%; QUIET, 9%; OPEN SPACE/RURAL,
21%; PEOPLE, 8%; HOUSE, 9%; SMALL TOWN FEEL, 6%;
SCHOOLS, 8%; NEIGHBORHOOD, 14%; PARKS, 3%; SAFE, 3%;
SHOPPING, 6%; SCATTERED, 2%.
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What do you think is the most serious issue facing the City
of Andover today?
UNSURE, 9%; NOTHING, 10%; GROWTH, 31%; SCHOOL FUNDING,
4%; TRAFFIC, 13%; CRIME, 5%; HIGH TAXES, 14%; STADIUM
ISSUE, 2%; NEED OWN POLICE AND FIRE, 3%; NEED MORE PARK
AND RECREATION FACILITIES, 2%; NEED MORE RETAIL, 2%;
IMPROVE STREET REPAIR, 2%; SCATTERED, 4%.
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How would you rate the sense of
community pride among Andover
residents -- excellent, good, only
fair, or poor?
EXCELLENT.............19%
GOOD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69%
ONLY FAIR.............. 9%
POOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .'. . . .1%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....2%
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Let's talk about community characteristics in Andover. For each
of the following, please tell me if you feel the city has enough,
too many, or too little....
6. Rental units?
7. Townhomes?
8. Starter homes for young families?
9. "Move Up" housing?
10. Higher cost housing?
11. Senior housing?
12. Parks and open spaces?
13. Trails and bikeways?
14. Service establishments, such as
dry cleaners, barbershops, and
copy shops?
15. Retail shopping opportunities?
16. Entertainment establishments?
17. Dining establishments?
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58% 9% 9% 23%
65% 19% 5% 11%
50% 5% 38% 8%
74% 5% 12% 10%
76% 14% 3% 7%
32% 2% 40% 26%
63% 10% 25% 3%
55% 9% 32% 5%
73% 6% 20% 1%
69% 7% 24% 0%
62% 7% 30% 2%
52% 8% 41% 0% \
Turning to city services....
I would like to read you a list of a few city services. For each
one, please tell me whether you would rate the quality of the
service as excellent, good, only fair, or poor....
EXCL GOOD FAIR POOR DK/R
18. Police protection? 18% 60% 14% 4% 5%
19. Fire protection? 24% 65% 2% 0% 10%
20. Storm drainage and flood
control? 12% 77% 4% 2% 6%
2l. Park maintenance? 14% 76% 4% 1% 6%
22. Trail maintenance? 12% 74% 2% 0% 13%
23. Animal control? 7% 73% 10% 3% 8%
IF "ONLY FAIR" OR "POOR," ASK: (N=137)
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24. Why do you feel that way?
STRAY ANIMALS, 29%; NEED OWN POLICE AND FIRE, 18%;
POLICE AND FIRE SLOW RESPONSE TIME, 4%; NEED MORE
POLICE PATROLLING, 26%; BETTER UPKEEP OF PARKS AND
TRAILS, 6%; FLOODING, 13%; SCATTERED, 4%.
For the next three city services, please consider only their job
on city-maintained streets and roads in neighborhoods. That means
you should exclude state and county roads, such as Round Lake
Boulevard, Hanson Boulevard, Crosstown Boulevard and Bunker Lake
Boulevard, that are taken care of by other levels of government.
Keeping that in mind, would you rate each of the following as
excellent, good, only fair or poor.....
EXCL
GOOD
POOR
DK/R
FAIR
25. City street repair and
maintenance? 11% 63% 21% 6% 0%
26. Snow plowing? 23% 65% 11% 2% 0%
27. Street lighting? 10% 64% 17% 8% 1%
28. Would you favor or oppose an in-
crease in city property taxes to
enhance current city services or
offer additional city services?
IF "FAVOR," ASK: (N=74)
29.
How much would you be willing
to pay in additional property
taxes to enhance city ser-
vices or offer additional
city services? How about
$ per year? (CHOOSE A
RANDOM STARTING POINT; MOVE
UP OR DOWN DEPENDING ON RE-
SPONSE) How about $ per
year? (REPEAT PROCESS)
FAVOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19%
OPPOSE................72%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED....10%
NOTHING................1%
$10.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14%
$20.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18%
$30.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15%
$40.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4%
$50.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15%
$60.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30%
DON'T KNOW............. 4 %
REFUSED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0%
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30.
What services would you like to see enhanced or of
fered?
UNSURE, 23%; STREET REPAIR, 18%; OWN POLICE AND FIRE
DEPARTMENT, 19%; STREET LIGHTS, 12%; PARKS AND
TRAILS, 18%; SIDEWALKS, 5%; SCATTERED, 5%.
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Compared to nearby cities, do you
think that the property taxes in
Andover are very high, somewhat
high, about average, somewhat low,
or very low?
Do you feel the quality of city
services has been able to keep
pace with growth in the city?
IF "NO," ASK: (N=47)
VERY HIGH.............10%
SOMEWHAT HIGH.........33%
ABOUT AVERAGE.........49%
SOMEWHAT LOW...........3%
VERY LOW...............1%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....5%
YES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83%
NO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....5%
33. What services, in particular, have not been able to
keep pace?
UNSURE, 6%; ROAD CAPACITY, 30%; STREET REPAIR, 32%;
POLICE AND FIRE SERVICE, 24%; PARKS AND TRAILS, 6%;
SCATTERED, 2%.
34.
When you consider the city prop-
erty taxes you pay and the quality
of city services you receive,
would you rate the general value
of city services as excellent,
good, only fair, or poor?
EXCELLENT..............8%
GOO D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68%
ONLY FAIR............. 21 %
POOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 %
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....2%
Currently, the City's neighborhood street reconstruction program
only assesses those property owners who receive new concrete curb
and gutter or have asphalt curb replaced with concrete curb and
gutter. Typically, this amounts to about 20% of the total project
cost. The asphalt street and storm sewer improvements, usually
80% of the project cost, are not assessed to the property owners
but funded through general city-wide property tax revenue.
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Would you favor or oppose changing
the property owner's assessment
for these projects to a defined
percentage of the total project
cost rather than just the cost of
concrete and gutter? (WAIT FOR
RESPONSE) Do you feel strongly
that way?
STRONGLY FAVOR.........3%
FAVOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11%
OPPOSE................47%
STRONGLY OPPOSE.......17%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED....22%
IF "STRONGLY FAVOR" OR "FAVOR," ASK: (N=57)
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Would you support or oppose the
purchase of open spaces for per-
manent preservation? (WAIT FOR
RESPONSE) Do you feel strongly
that way?
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How much would you be willing to
see your property taxes increase
in order to fund the acquisition
of open spaces? Would you be will-
ing to pay $ per year?
(CHOOSE RANDOM STARTING POINT;
MOVE UP OR DOWN DEPENDING ON
ANSWER) How about $ per year?
(REPEAT PROCESS)
Moving on....
STRONGLY SUPPORT......33%
SUPPORT...............49%
OPPOSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8%
STRONGLY OPPOSE........3%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....8%
NOTHING...............20%
$10.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14%
$20.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18%
$30.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7%
$40.00................ .3%
$50.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11%
$60.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3%
$70.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1%
$80.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0%
$90.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1%
$100.00................9%J
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED....13%
64. What is your primary source of information about Andover
/ \ City Government and its activities?
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UNSURE, 1%; CITY NEWSLETTER, 69%;
WEBSITE, 5%; MEETINGS, 2%; CABLE
NEWSPAPERS, 4%; STAR TRIBUNE, 2%.
WORD OF MOUTH, 5%;
TELEVISION, 14%; LOCAL
65. How would you prefer to receive information about City
Government and its activities?
CITY NEWSLETTER, 64%; WORD OF MOUTH,
CABLE TELEVISION, 9%; MAILINGS, 13%;
E-MAIL, 3%; SCATTERED, 2%.
3%; WEBSITE, 4%;
LOCAL NEWSPAPERS,
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The City publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, called "Andover
Today."
66. Do you receive this newsletter?
(IF "YES," ASK:) How would you
rate the format excellent,
good, only fair or poor?
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IF "YES," ASK: (N=390)
NO.................... .2%
YES/EXCELLENT.........28%
YES/GOOD..............63%
YES/ONLY FAIR..........6%
yES/POOR....... ........1%
DON'T KNOW/REFUSED.....1%
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Could you please tell me how many people in each of the following
age groups live in your household. Let's start with the oldest.
Be sure to include yourself.
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79.
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First, persons 65 or over?
Adults, 18 to 65?
School-aged or pre-school
children?
81. What is your age, please?
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Do you own or rent your present
residence? (IF "OWN," ASK:) Which
of the following categories would
contain the approximate value of
your residential property -- under
$200,000, $200,000-$250,000,
$250,001-$300,000, $300,001-
$350,000, $350,001-$400,000 or
over $400,000?
Gender (BY OBSERVATION)
NONE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92%
ONE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3%
TWO OR MORE............6%
NONE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5%
ONE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6%
TWO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75%
THREE OR MORE.........14%
NONE..................43%
ONE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19%
TWO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27%
THREE OF MORE.........ll%
18-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4%
25-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12%
35-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35%
45-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26%
55-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17%
65 AND OVER............7%
RENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 %
OWN/UNDER $200,000.....3%
OWN/$200,000-$250,000.16%
OWN/$250,001-$300,000.29%
OWN/$300,001-$350,000.23%
OWN/$350,001-$400,000.13%
OWN/OVER $400,000.....12%
DON'T KNOW............. 1 %
REFUSED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1%
MALE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50%
FEMALE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50%
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Preservation of Open Space
On September 5t\ 2006 the City Council passed a resolution authorizing the following
ballot question for the November 7th General Election.
PRESERVATION OF WATER, WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HABITAT AREAS
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"Shall the City of Andover, Minnesota, be authorized to issue its
general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 to
finance the acquisition ofland from willing sellers for the preservation
of natural areas, water and air quality and wildlife habitat? Spending
would be subject to an annual audit."
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BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR
A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.
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This proposal would cost approximately $8 per year for each $100,000 in
property value on most property types. The maximum amount of increased levy
as a percentage of market value is .0078% and the maximum amount that would
be raised by the new referendum tax rate in the first year if it were to be levied is
$195,539.
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Commonly Asked Questions
1. What will the city accomplish with this dedicated funding?
Andover will use the funds to acquire land from willing selIers for protection of water and air quality,
preservation of wildlife habitat and natural amenities.
2. How will the city do this?
The city will acquire land and/or enter into land preservation agreements to permanently protect natural
areas.
3. Where would the lands be located?
Land throughout the city will be eligible for consideration.
4. What can be accomplished with $2,000,000?
An initial investment by Andover residents will open the door to matching funds from public agencies,
nonprofit organizations and corporate sponsors. Preservation can be accomplished in a variety of ways,
including the purchase of property, dedication of conservation easements, purchase or transfer of
development rights and park dedication. By utilizing a combination of funding sources and methods, the
amount ofland that can be protected wilI be multiplied.
5. How long will these properties be protected?
The land will be protected in perpetuity.
6. How much will property taxes increase to fund this program and for how long?
A property owner will pay about $8 per year for each $100,000 of assessed property value for fifteen
years. The annual tax impact is expected to decrease in future years due to growth in the city's tax base.
7. How will the city ensure the program is effective?
A citizen advisory committee appointed by the City Council wiIl review spending and expenditures wiIl
be audited annualIy. This information will be open to public review.
8. Does the city have experience with similar projects?
This year the city acquired more than 20 acres of natural habitat area and reached agreement to protect an
additional 10 acres along the same wildlife corridor near Hanson Boulevard and 161 51 Avenue. The
agreement includes a trail connection to the existing system along Hanson Boulevard. A restoration
project in Kelsey Round Lake Park was also completed with funding from with the Department of Natural
Resources and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The city is currently working with the DNR,
Coon Creek Watershed Management District, Tree Trust and Anoka County Parks to restore native plants
in wetlands along Coon Creek. With dedicated funding a city wide effort to preserve natural areas can be
implemented.
9. What will the effect be on my property?
Local and national research has shown that natural areas positively affect home values and consistently
rank high on lists of home buyer preferences.
10. Are there natural areas remaining in Andover that need to be protected?
Yes. Approximately 40% ofthe city remains undeveloped. However, The Metropolitan Council
forecasts the city's population will grow to 39,000 people with the addition of as many as 4,000 new
homes by the year 2020. There is presently an opportunity to preserve unique natural areas from
development for the enjoyment of residents now and in the years to come.
11. Will all property owners be required to pay this tax?
No, state law exempts agricultural land and seasonal property from taxes used to repay alI referendum
debt.
12. Why would a landowner want to participate in this program?
This would be an option for landowners who don't want to see their land developed but want to protect it
for the enjoyment of future generations.
For Additional Information Contact City Hall at (763) 755-5100
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Estimated Tax Impact
August 29, 2006
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CITY G.O. OPEN SPACE BONDS (Ch 475) Election
Amount Financed $2,000,000
Number of Years 15
Structure Equal P & I
Interest Rate 4.50%
Referendum Mkt. Val. . Payable 2006 2,522,273,800
Debt Levy Required @ 105% 195,539
Tax Rate 0.0078%
Taxable Tax Increase
Tvpe of Property Market Value Debt Service Only'
$200.000 $16
250,000 19
300,000 23
350,000 27
Residential 400,000 31
Homestead 450,000 35
500,000 39
550,000 43
600,000 47
650,000 50
700,000 54
750,000 58
$500,000 $39
CommerciaV 750,000 58
Industrial 1,000,000 78
1,500,000 116
2,000,000 155
$300,000 $23
Agricultural 325,000 25
Homestead .. 350,000 27
400,000 31
500,000 . 39
600,000 47
Agricultural $5,000 $0.00
Non-Homestead 6,000 0.00
(dollars per acre) 7,000 0.00
8,000 0.00
:ii100,OOO $0.00
SeasonaVRecreation 200,000 0.00
300,000 0.00
400,000 0.00
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"The figures in the table are based on county taxes for new bonded
debt only, and do not include tax levies for other purposes. Tax
increases shown above are gross increases, not including the impact
of the state Property Tax Refund ("Circuit Breaker") program. Many
owners of homestead property will qualify for a refund, based on their
income and total property taxes. This will decrease the net tax effect of
the bond issue for many property owners.
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""For agricultural homestead property, land and buildings beyond the
house, garage, and one acre are exempt from referendum market value
tax.
Prepared by Ehlers & Associates. Inc.
Preliminary: For Discussion Purposes ONLY
8/29/2006
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NoW. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
CC:
Mayor & Council Members/Park & Recreation Commission
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Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer
FROM:
Todd J. Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 3. Update of Revised Park Dedication
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DATE:
September 21, 2006
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to completing a revised draft park dedication study and updating the
comprehensive plan for the park system.
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At this point, some preliminary revisions have been made to the original park dedication
study that was done in 2002. But before the park dedication study can be completed, the
parks sections of the City's overall comprehensive plan needs to be reviewed by the Park
& Recreation Commission to verify the goals and objectives haven't changed. Once that
has been determined by the Commission, the type of improvements can be considered for
each of the existing and future parks. The updates to the comprehensive plan and park
dedication study will be completed over the next 6-9 months.
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ACTION REQUIRED
No action required. This is just an update as to the status of the park dedication study and
the comprehensive plan for the park system.
Respectfully submitted,
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TO:
Mayor & Council Members/Park & Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd J. Haas, Parks Coordinator
CC:
Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer
SUBJECT: 4. Discuss Skate Park Facility
DATE:
September 21, 2006
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to the skate park equipment as to the condition of the equipment
and future location of a more permanent type facility.
DISCUSSION
Just so the Council and the Commission are aware, both quarter pipes are definitely
showing signs of weakening from the move in the spring and fall by the Public Works
Department. Although there were repairs made to the quarter pipes and the half pipes
this past summer, each time it is moved the equipment gets stressed.
As far as a location, the City should decide if a permanent skate park is desired and
where should it be located. If the City Hall/Public Works campus is the most desired
location, then this needs to be considered as part of the overall layout of the Public
Works site.
ACTION REQUIRED
As determined by the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
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FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
Mayor & Council Members/Park & Recreation Commission
Jim Dickinson, City Administrator ~~
David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer
Todd J. Haas, Parks Coordinator
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FROM:
SUBJECT:
5. Provide Update Regarding Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth
Athletic Associations
DATE:
September 21,2006
INTRODUCTION
This item is an update regarding guidelines for field usage by youth athletic
associations that the Park & Recreation Commission has been discussing the past 1%
months or so.
DISCUSSION
Attached is the last set of guidelines that were discussed by the Commission at their
meeting of September 7, 2006. The associations/groups have been, for the most part,
attending the work sessions to give their input.
The Commission still has some tweaking to do regarding the guidelines which will be
done at their next meeting on October ih. If the City Council has any comments,
please present them at the joint meeting.
Chairman Masloski will be taking the lead to address this with the Council.
ACTION REQUIRED
No action is required as this update item is for the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
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Attachments: Draft Guidelines
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Youth Athletic Associations
1. Guideline Statement
A key goal of the City of Andover's Parks & Recreation Commission's function is to
provide a rich variety of recreational opportunities to residents in the most cost efficient
manner possible. To achieve this goal, the City will emphasize a partnership with
Andover's volunteer organizations to plan, organize, and implement youth recreational
programs both as a means of containing service costs and as a method of ensuring a
community-based program.
2. Procedures
The City may recognize any number of associations based on the availability of resources
and determination of the benefit to the community by the Parks & Recreation
Commission.
To qualify as a recognized City of Andover youth athletic association, the association
must provide:
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2.1.1. Youth sports program(s) must be open to all residents (rerzardless of their
school afflliation) and the TJrOf!1"ams must have g, minimum of 51 %
participation from Andover residents with the exceTJtion ofhockev.
2.1.2. A full array of sports programs for boys and girls involving all age and
competition levels.
2.1.3. Democratic procedures and elections that ensure input from the residents
regarding program input and policies. The Parks Coordinator shall receive
. and review a copy of the group's by-laws to help verify this point on a
warlv basis.
2.1.4. All associations must TJrovide verification that they have 50le3 non-profit
status with the State of Minnesota. They shall provide the City with an
annual financial report and a copy of any tax filings required by the state or
federal government.
2.1.5. Certificate of insurance, which also names the City of Andover as
"Additional Insured".
2.1.6. Established grievance procedures, which involve a City staff member as a
non-voting observer durinrz f!1"ievance TJroceedinrzs. The City will observe in
cases where City participation seems prudent.
2.1.7. Opportunity for the Parks Coordinator or other city representative to
participate (non-voting) in Board meetings and attend monthly meetings as
desired.
2.1.8. Duplication of sport offering by associations is not permissible. ExamTJle.-
If more than one soccer association offers the same level of comTJetiveness
(for examTJle a in-house TJrof!1"am). then it would be in the best interest to
combine as one association.
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2.2. In return, qualifying associations will receive from the City; priority use of City-
owned facilities along v'Iith other established priority users. This means that all
reauired information/documentation must be provided bv the association to the
Citv of Andover before em avvlication submitted by that association can be
accevted for use of the Citv's facilities. Note: The Park and Recreation
Commission do have the authoritv to review the number of fields that are beinf!
reauested by the association. The final determination will be made by the Park
and Recreation Commission based on need for the association.
Acknowledgment of the groups as providers of their respective sport offerings. As part
of this, the City does not offer programs in these areas, but refers resident to these
organizations.
2.3. Youth athletic associations are valued partners to the City in providing organized
recreational opportunities. Consequently, serious conflicts arising within or
between associations and resident groups that threaten the quality of those
recreational opportunities are of concern to the City.
2.4. Barring a legal imperative to the contrary, the City's role in resolving such
conflicts is limited to encouraging the association board and party in conflict to
work through the problem, according to existing by-laws, with staff
representatives providing facilitation and information, as required.
3. Responsibility
The Parks Coordinator or a city representative will work with the various athletic
associations to ensure the responsibilities are being met Staff through the grievance
procedure addresses concerns from the general public.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NoW. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
Mayor & Council Members/Park & Recreation Commission
CC:
Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer
FROM:
Todd J. Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 6. Discuss Proposed 2007-2011 Park CIP
DATE:
September 21, 2006
INTRODUCTION
The City Council is requested to review and comment on the proposed 2007-2011
Parks Capital Improvement Plan as prepared by the Park & Recreation Commission.
DISCUSSION
Attached is the most updated projected fund balance that was prepared by the Finance
Department based on the proposed improvements that were recommended by the Park
& Recreation Commission at their meeting of June 22, 2006. The Park Commission did
hold a public hearing on the same day. Attached are the meeting minutes for your
review. Those recommended improvements from the June 22nd meeting are listed
below based on the anticipated park dedication fees (see attached).
2007
A. Andover Station North Park
. $20,000 for 3 new bleachers
. $65,000 for playground equipment
. $300,000 for lighting the 2 larger fields with the possibility of lighting the
easterly smaller field
Total $385,000
B. Crooked Lake Boat Landino
. $62,500 for reconstructing the parking lot and boat ramp. Note: The
MNDNR will fund the other $62,500 in either 2007 or 2008.
Total $62,500
C.
Terrace Park
. $55,000 for constructing a paved parking lot with concrete curb and
gutter along with a new basketball court
Total $55,000
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. $40.000 for relocating the ball field and installing new fencing
Total $40.000
E. Miscellaneous Items
. $25.000
Total $25.000
Total proposed improvements for 2007 = $567,500
2008
A. Sophies South Park
. $75.000 for new playground equipment and basketball court.
Total $75,000
B. Woodland Crossinq Park
. $57.000 for new playground equipment
Total $57,000
C. Fox Meadows Park
. $25,000 for new playground equipment for ages 2-5 years
Total $25,000
D. Andover Station North Park
. $35,000 for new playground equipment
Total $35,000
E. Miscellaneous Item
. $25.000
Total $25,000
Total proposed improvements for 2008 = $217,000
2009
A. Andover Lions Park
. $85.000 to install outfield fencing and an irrigation system
Total $85,000
B. Miscellaneous Items
. $25.000
Total $25,000
Total proposed improvement for 2009 = $110,000
2010
A. Hawkridqe Park
. $500.000 for new well, warming house, irrigation system, playground
equipment, bleachers, etc.
Total $500,000
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. $150,000 pave and curb the existing gravel parking lots
Total $150,000
C. Miscellaneous Items
. $25,000
Total $25,000
Total proposed improvement for 2010 = $675,000
2011
A. Miscellaneous Items
. $25,000
Total $25,000
Total proposed improvement for 2011 = $25,000
ACTION REQUIRED
The City Council is requested to review and comment on the 2007-2011 CIP, which has
been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
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Attachments: June 22, 2006 Meeting Minutes
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PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - JUNE 22,2006
MINUTES
A Special Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order
by Chair Masloski on June 22, 2006, 7:32 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685
Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota
Commissioners Present:
Chair Dan Masloski, Jeremy Boyer, Jim Lindahl, and
Wendy Albee
Commissioners Absent:
Dave Blackstad and Ernest Bedor
Also Present:
Parks Coordinator, Todd Haas
RESIDENTS FORUM
There were no comments at this time.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Lindahl, seconded by Commissioner Albee, to approve the
June 1,2006 Park Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 4-ayes, O-nays,
2-absent (Blackstad and Bedor) vote.
PUBliC HEARING/2007-2011 PARKS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Parks Coordinator Haas introduced the Public Hearing, and reviewed the discussion
section. He indjcated the years following 2007 were fluid, and could be changed at a
later date. The Crooked Lake Boat Landing was located on the North end of the lake and
included funding for a parking lot and a boat ramp. Commissioner Lindahl clarified that
if the DNR did not fund it this year it would be postponed to next year.
Parks Coordinator Haas stated that the fencing at Strootman Park did not meet
requirements. To meet the requirements, the ball field would be moved and the fencing
updated.
Gary Aus of 650 146th Lane, across from Prairie Knoll Park noted the parking lot was
graveled 2.5 years ago. The dust has been drifting from the parking lot to the house. He
noted cars had spinning in circles on several occasions. His home has required regular
power washing of the exterior from the dust. The sheriff's department and specifically
Lt. Wells had regularly patrolled the area and had maintained good communication.
Chair Masloski inquired an estimate cost for paving the south parking lot Parks
Coordinator Haas answered about $60,000.
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Commissioner Lindahl suggested signage could inform parents of the rules of the park.
Mr. Haas added that the park rules could be put on the game sheets for the parents.
Commissioner Lindahl believed it was reasonable for the associations to do that. It could
include timing and transitions. Masloski reminded the Commission it was a pervasive
lssue.
Mr. Aus questioned if it was possible to have security lights installed in the North and
South parking lots. He reasoned if there were security lights it would reduce the traffic
after 11 :00 p.m. Commissioner Lindahl indicated it was in the budget to possibly pave
the parking lot in 2010 and inquired ifit could be moved up.
Mr. Aus indicated that when the park was reconstructed, he believed it would be
completed in a timely manner. He thanked Parks Coordinator Haas for being responsive
to him.
Chair Masloski reviewed that Mr. Aus' request was for two security lights on the North
and West end of the South parking lots, and install concrete curb and gutters for the
South Parking lot. Commissioner Lindahl thanked him for his attention to the park.
Mr. Aus expressed concern for the soccer fields to have screening to protect the cars.
Commissioner Lindahl responded that a similar concern for both footballs and soccer
balls into the swamp. The associations would probably want screening in the area.
Pat Hall of 13370 Quinn Street N.W. She had submitted a petition for a half-court
basketball court in Hidden Creek East Park. She requested the numbers the
neighborhood would need to match. or they could do the project themselves. If the
neighborhood could raise half the funds, the City could consider using some of the
miscellaneous funding. Parks Coordinator Haas responded that Fox Meadows Park was
$13,000-15,000, so the neighborhood would need to raise $7,000-7,500.
Pat indicated she was going to address the issue at the Neighborhood Night Out.
Parks Coordinator Haas stated that Capital Improvement Plan was allocated for this year
however it could be done in the Spring. The neighborhood could do some of the work.
Commissioner Lindahl indicated the neighbors could do the striping and the installation
of the posts.
Chair Masloski inquired if there was a company that they could contact. Parks
Coordinator Haas answered that they were working to find one for Fox Meadows Park
for about $13,000-15,000.
Commissioner Lindahl recommended speaking with Todd and the neighbors. Parks
Coordinator Haas stated the bituminous and the class 5 gravel was the more expensive
item, not the grading.
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Motion by Commissioner Lindahl, seconded by Commissioner Albee, to close the 2007-
2011 Parks Capital Improvement Plan Public Hearing. Motion carried 4-ayes, O-nays, 2-
absent (B1ackstad and Bedor) vote.
Chair Masloski called for commissioner comments. He recommended that if there was
any flexibility in the Plan to move Prairie Knoll Park up sooner than 2010.
The Commission briefly explored possibilities to reduce the dust.
Commissioner Lindahl agreed with the resident was tearing up the sod. Curbing could
stop the offhours activity. Security lights could be moved up. Parks Coordinator Haas
noted that a light would cost between $5,000-7,500 depending on the distance from the
light source.
The Commission discussed parking changes and trends.
Motion by Commissioner Albee, seconded by Commissioner Boyer, to approve the
2007-2011 Parks Capital Improvement Plan. Motion carried 4-ayes, O-nays, 2-absent
(Blackstad and Beder) vote
REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS
Coordinator Haas reviewed the outstanding items.
Chair Mas 0 . inquired if Oakview Park had been seeded. Parks Coordinator
responded it had seeded and no debris was found on site. He also . cated that the
City was attempting to the wetland regulations for the park
Commissioner Albee stated she e rock band A alin for the Concerts in the Park,
and was working to have a ond band. It should be co ed on Friday. The YMCA
was willing to hand yers and flyers would also be distribu
would occur . g the third or fourth week in July.
After discussion, the Commission decided the July meeting would be held July 20, 2006.
It was recommended that the Burgeson family create a list of concerns to be presented to
the Commission at that time.
CITY OF ANDOVER
Park Improvement Fund
Projected Fund Balance
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2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 TOTALS
Projected Sources of Revenue
Pari: Dedication Fee $2,425 per unn
platled units 100 50 50 50 50 50
Anticipated Pari: Dedicalion Fee $ 242,500 $ 121.250 $ 121.250 $ 121,250 $ 121,250 $ 121.250 $ 848,7SO
Commercial I Residential. Andover Station N 176.420 80.390 78,133 78.133 100,000 514,276
DNR Grant 62.500 62.500
Capital Projecls Levy - Pari< Improvements 52.800 62.800 62,800 52.800 52.800 52,800 316,800
Total Revenues Available 471,720 316,940 252,783 252,783 274,050 174,050 1,742.326
Projected Commitments
Annual Miscenaneous Projects 25.000 25,000 25.000 25.000 25.000 25.000 150,000
Oebt Service Payment 52.800 52.800 52.800 52,800 52.BOO 52,800 316,800
Andover Community Center ContrtbutiOll 50.000 SO,OOO
Andover Station North Ballfields 70.000 385,000 35.000 490.000
Country Oaks West Pari: 42,188 42,188
Prairie Knoll Pari: 35,000 150,000 185,000
Woodland Estates 4th 15.000 15.000
Fox MeadO'NS Park 10.000 10.000
Oakview Pari: 50,000 SO,OOO
Strootman Pari: 40.000 40.000
Terrace Park 55.000 55.000
Crooked Lake Baal Landing .125.000 125.000
Woodland Crossing Pari: 57,000 57,000
Sophies South Pari< 75.000 75.000
Forest Meadows Pari< 25.000 25.000
, Andover Woos Pari< 85.000 85,000
: Hawlaidg. Pari< 500.000 500,000
Total Commitments 349.888 682,8OD 269,800 162,800 727.800 77,800 2,270,988
Revenues Over (Unde" Expendl1ures 121,732 (365,860) (17,017) 89,983 (453,750) 96,250
Fund Balance as of December 31, 2005 248.757
Fund Balance Brought Forwanl 370,489 4,629 (12,388) 77,595 (376.155)
Ending Fund Balance . $ 370,488 $ 4.629 $ (12,388) $ 77,595 $ (376.155) $ (278,905)
-Target -10% of current years commltrnents to create a contingency for any project overages.
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Projeetll 07-45001-01
Project Name Andover Station North Complex
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Userul Lire 30 YeatS +
Category Park Improvements
Priority I - High
Cootact City Engineer
Department Park & Rec - Projects
Description
Continued development and construction of an AthleticlPark Complex south of the WDE site. With the fields due to be completed in the fall of
2006; bleachers and playground equipment will be necessary. In order to maximize the usage of the fields, lighting of the two larger fields is
necessary with the possibility of lighting the third and smaller field.
2007 - $20,000 for 3 sets of bleachers, $65,000 for playground equipment and $300,000 to light the 2 larger fields and possibly the smaller field.
2008 - $35,000 for playground equipment
Note: Parkin would be shared with the businesses.
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The bleachers are necessary to allow the spectators to enjoy watching the games without having to stand for long periods oftime. The playground
equipment will allow families with children not playing basehall the opportunity to enjoy another activity. The lighting of the fields allows
additional games and practices to be played during the evenings.
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Improvement
2007
385,000
Total 385,000
2008
35,000
35,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
420,000
420,000
Funding Sources
Park Improvement Funds
2007
385,000
385,000
2008
35,000
35.000
2009
2010
2011
Total
420,000
420.000
Total
Operational Impact/Other I
Routine maintenance will he required to upkeep the field and park.
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Projeet# 07-45001-02
ProjeetName Terrace Park
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 Years
Category Park improvements
Priority I - High
Contact City Engin=
Department Park & Roc - Projects
Description
Install new basketball court and parking lot with concrete curb and gutter along with completing a sma1l section of trail to provide access to the
playground equipment and the other portions of the park.
Justification I
The existing parking lot is currently gravel. Since this is located in an urban area, the parking lot should be paved and the neighborhood residents
have requested a baskethall court. Also, the trail to the playground area needs to be paved.
This project has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
55,000
55,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
55,000
55,000
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2007
55,000
55,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
55,000
55,000
Total
Operational Impact/Other I
Additional long-term maintenance and ultimately replacement will be necessary.
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Projeet# 07-45001-03
Project Name Crooked Lake Boat Landing
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority 1 - High
Contact City Engin=
Department Park & Rce - Projects
Description I
Construct new parking lot, install new dock and dredge boat landing area. This project will go forward with the assistance of a MN DNR Matching
Grant.
Justification I
The existing parking lot is beyond its normal maintenance requirements. Surface has deteriorated and a number of pot holes have been filled up to
this point. A boat dock is necessary for individuals launching their boat. Also, the boat landing has silted in and needs to be removed to allow
boats to maneuver.
This project has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improve':f1ent
2007
125,000
125,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
125.000
125,000
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Funding Sonrces
DNR Grant
Park Improvement Funds
2007
62,500
62,500
125,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
62,500
62,500
125,000
Total
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Normal maintenance (sealcoating, striping, etc.) will be necessary.
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Project # 07-45001-04
Project Name Strootman Park
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority I - High
Contact City Engineer
Department Park & Rec - Projects
Description I
Reconstruet existing ballfield and replace fencing. The ballfield will be reduced in size for players generally WIder the age of 12. In addition, there
will not be an outfield fence so the field can be used for other sports as welL
Justification I
Ballfield fencing does not meet League ofMN Cities guidelines and needs to be replaced.
This project has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
40,000
40,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
40,000
40,000
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Park Improvement Funds
2007
40,000
40,000
2008
2009
2010
2011
Total
40,000
40,000
Total
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Normal maintenance will be necessary.
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Projeet# 07-45001-99
ProjeetName Annual Miscellaneous Projects
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Userul Lire Unassigned
Category Park. Improvements
Priority I - High
Contaet City Engin=
Department Park. & Reo - Projects
Description I
This is for unforeseen or requested miscellaneous projects that may arise during the year, requested by the public, stafl; City Council or the Parks
and Recreation Commission for each year.
Justification I
This gives flexibility to the City to do certain small-sized projects that may be warranted; for example, purchase of soccer goals.
This funding has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
25,000
Total 25,000
25,000
Total
125,000
125,000
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25,000
25,000
2009
25,000
25,000
2010
25,000
25,000
2011
25.000
Funding Sources
Pari< Improvement Funds
2007
25,000
25,000
2008
25,000
25,000
2009
25,000
25,000
2010
25,000
25,000
2011
25,000
25,000
Total
125,000
125,000
Total
Operntional Impact/Other I
Allows the Park and Recreation Commission to address a variety of different needs throughout the year.
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2007 thru 2011
Projeet#
08-45001-01
Type Improvement
Useful Life 15 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority 1 - High
Contaet City Engineer
Department Parle & Ree - Projects
ProjeetName Forest Meadows Park
Description
Install additional playground equipment for 2-5 year old users.
Justification
This funding has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
2008
25,000
25,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
25,000
25,000
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Funding Sources
Pari< Improvement Funds
2007
2008
25,000
25,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
25,000
25,000
Total
OpemtionaI Impact/Other I
Additional long-term maintenance and ultimately replacement will be necessary.
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Project # 08-45001-02
Project Name Sophies South Park
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Ufe 15 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority I - High
Contact City Engineer
Department Park & Roc - Projects
Description
Install new playground equipment and basketball court. The park was dedicated as part of the development of Sophies South. Since no park exists
within the general area, it was recommended to begin developing the park.
Justification
This funding has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
2008
75,000
75,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
75,000
75,000
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Park Improvement Funds
2007
2008
75,000
75,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
75,000
75.000
Total
Operational Impact/Other I
Additional long-term maintenance and ultimately replacement will be n=ssary.
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Project # 08-45001-03
ProjeetName Woodland Crossing Park
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 15 Years
Category Parle Improvements
Priority 1 - High
Contact City Engineer
Department Parle & Roe - Projects
Description
Install new playground equipment
Justification
The park will have a new basketball court and shelter built in 2006. To complete the park, new playground equipment is necessary for all ages
from 2 - 12 years old.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
2008
57,000
2009
2010
2011,
Total
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57.000
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57,000
Funding Sources
Park Improvement Funds
2007
2008
57,000 '
57,000
2009
2010
2011
Total
57,000
57,000
Total
OpemtionaI Impact/Other I
Additiona1long-tenn maintenance and ultimately replacement will be necessary.
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Project # 09-45001-01
Project Name Andover Lions Park
2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority 1 - High
Cootact City Engineer
Department Park & Roc - Projects
Description I
Install outfield fencing with mow strips for ballfield and install new irrigation system.
8 foot high fencing with mow strips - $35,000 and irrigate existing ballfield - $50,000.
Justification I
The installation of an outfield fence will allow the ball to stay in play and also give the awesome feeling when a ball is hit for a home run. Also
give the players a safer playing surface by instaI1ing a irrigation system.
This project has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
2008
2009
85,000
85,000
2010
2011
Total
85,000
85,000
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Funding Sources
Park Improvement Funds
2007
2008
2009
85,000
85.000
2010
2011
Total
85,000
85,000
Total
Operational Impact/Other I
Additionallong-tenn maintenance and ultimately replacement will be necessary.
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2007 thru 2011
Type Improvement
Useful Life 30 Years
Category Park Improvements
Priority I - High
Cootact City Engineer
Department Park & Rec - Projects
Project # 10-45001-01
Project Name Hawkridge Park Improvements
Description
The project includes the construction of a warming house, construction of a well w/pump and controls, installation of irrigation for the soccer and
ball fields, playground equipment for children 2-5 years of age and bleachers for sporting spectators.
Storage buildinglbalhroomslconcessions - $209,000; drill well with pump & controls - $100,000; septic system - $7,500; pave existing parking
lot - $90,000; irrigation for 2 fields - $50,000; playground Equipment (2-5 year olds) - $25,000; bleachers with concrete pads(soccer &
ballfield - $15,000; securi Ii t - $2,500; ark si e and land in - $1,000.
Justification
By continuing to improve the park system in Andover, the City provides a high quality parks and recreation complex to meet the growing needs of
an active community. These improvements will provide high quality athletic and recreational opportunities to the residents. A wanning house
provides shelter and a restroom facility that can be used year around. The well and irrigation provide for a high quality athletic surface for soccer,
baseball/softball activities and water for the restroom. Playground equipment provides activities for younger children and bleachers provide a safe
and comfortable place for specta1ors.
This o'ect has been recommended b the Park & Recreation Commission.
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Improvement
2007
2008
2009
2010
500,000
SOD,OOO
2011
Total
500,000
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Total
Funding Sources
Park Improvement Funds
2007
2008
2009
2010
500,000
500,000
2011
Total
500,000
500,000
Total
Operational Impact/Other
The construction ofa wanning house and restroom facility will increase the use and enjoyment of the park. Also, the construction of the
storage/warming house/restroom facility will eliminate the need to rent a portable warming house and portable balhroom. The well construction
will give the ability to ice the rinks from the on-site well and will eliminate the need to "tanker" water to the site from the Public Works facility on
Crosstown Blvd. The la ound ui ment will re uire additional Ion -term maintenance and ultimate lacement will be neces
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Project # 10-45001-02
Project Name Prairie Knoll Park - Phase ill
Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 Y cars
Category Park Improvements
Priority 1 - High
Contact City Engineer
Department Park & Reo - Projects
Description
2010 - The parking lot would be paved including concrete curb and gutter ($150,000).
Justification
Prairie Knoll Park is considered a regional city park and completion would bring it into compliance with City standards due to the increased use by
the associations for both so= and football.
This project has been recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission.
Expenditures
Improvement
2007
2008
2009
2010
150,000
150,000
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Total
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Funding Sources
Par\( Improvement Funds
2007
2008
2009
2010
150,000
150.000
Total
2011
Total
150,000
150,000
2011
Total
150,000
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Operational Impact/Other I
Additional long-term maintenance and ultima1ely replacement will be necessary.
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I would like to clarify a few things after hearing some remarks at the Sept. 5th Andover
City Council meeting.
Andover Baseball Association does not pay elected board members, 'keeping money
from the kids'; they are volunteers. They did, however, hire a gambling manager to run
their gambling operation. The gambling manager has to be on the ABA board because of
MN Gambling Control Board (GCB) rules.
Most gambling managers are paid positions to ensure proper business practices and bring
integrity to the operation. It is run like a business; dealing with state laws, city laws,
monthly tax forms, the IRS, payroll, distributors, employees, decisions on game play,
yearly audits, schedules, monthly reports to the ABA board, check writing and banking,
donation decisions, etc. The organizations are subject to possible large fmes and
suspension or loss of their gambling license. Many organizations also pay an assistant
gambling manager, secretary and accountant. We do not.
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The ABA wouldn't have been able to provide the $130,000 + that we have donated
without gambling. There are, understandably, expenses that go along with gambling
operations. Approximately 82% of the total gross is paid back in prizes. The other 18%
is spent on charitable donations, expenses, and taxes, licenses and fees. As you know, the
City of Andover receives 10% of the profits. The gambling manager's salary and seller's
wages are included in the expenses of the gambling operation. Our expenses last year
were at 42.3% with the state average at 50% (the MN GCB allowed 55%). Our
charitable donations were at 43.6% with the state average at 28%. All of our profits have
gone back to the Andover community. We do not pay our coaches like some
organizations. The ABA works very hard at running an honest, low-cost gambling
operation.
We were happy having our 'piece of the pie' and doing our part in making improvements
in our community. We hope to do this again in the future. We would like to see the City
of Andover change its ordinance to allow only one site per organization to help spread
the opportunities to more organizations. We understand that the bar owner has the right
to choose who to let in his establishment; however, we feel there are enough
organizations for them to choose from. We would also welcome an ordinance requesting
that 10-20% of each gambling organization's profits be given to other Andover
associations (of their choice) to promote 'community sharing'.
Please feel free to call or e-mail me with any questions you may have.
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Sincerely,
Laurie Poquette
Gambling Manager
Andover Baseball Association
763-754-2173