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Andover Open Space Advisory Commission
Meeting Agenda
July 11, 2012
Andover City Hall
Conference Room A &B
7.00 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Resident Forum
3. Approval of Minutes — June 13, 2012
4. Discuss Acquisition of Property
5. Discuss 2012 Andover Family Fun Fest Arrangements
6. Other Business
a. Next meeting: August 15, 2012
7. Adjournment
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100
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TO: Andover Open Space Advisory Commission
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes — June 13, 2012
DATE: July 11, 2012
INTRODUCTION
The Commission is asked to review and approve the minutes from the last
meeting.
DISCUSSION
Please share any changes to the minutes at the meeting.
ACTION REQUESTED
A motion, second and vote are necessary to approve the minutes.
Attachment
June 13`h Minutes
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg
REGULAR ANDOVER OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
JUNE 13, 2012
MINUTES
The Regular Meeting of the Andover Open Space Advisory Commission was called to order by
Chairperson Gretchen Sabel at 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners present: Aaron Jarson, Bruce Perry and Suzanne Van Hecke
Commissioners absent: Drago Flores, Kim Kovich, and Jim Olson
Also present: Courtney Bednarz, City Planner
RESIDENT FORUM
No one wished to address the Commission.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES — May 9, 2012
Chairperson Sabel confirmed that the specific numbers discussed in negotiations should not be
included in the minutes for future reference and asked that the specific numbers be stricken from
the previous set of minutes.
On page one, the fourth paragraph under Discuss Acquisition of Property, it should state,
"Commissioner Flores stated that it appears the Commission will be able to obtain access to the site
through the Kuiken property for less than $20-,OW."
Motion by Commissioner Perry, Second by Commissioner Jarson to approve the minutes. Motion
passed 4 -0.
DISCUSS ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY
Mr. Bednarz provided an update and noted that an outside party was hired to survey the Kuiken
property and develop a geotechnical report which would specify the best method to build the road
over the peat moss. He stated that an appraiser will also review the Kuiken and Selmer properties
and provide an appraisal of both properties for the City. He noted that once the soil borings and
appraisals are returned, the City could continue to move forward in the process.
DISCUSS STEWARDSHIP OF MARTIN'S MEADOWS AND NORTH WOODS PRESERVE
Mr. Bednarz stated that the City will not be planting shrubs in the next week at Martin's Meadows.
He explained that Parks Maintenance has hauled in a significant amount of dirt in order to mitigate
the slope so that full size vehicles can drive into the site. He advised that the site is not very
accessible at this time. He stated that he would continue to work closely with the Parks Maintenance
department and the Conservation District to ensure that the work is completed correctly. He stated
that Great River Greening (GRG) will be applying directly for grant funds and explained that the
City could then apply to GRG to possibly apply some of those grant funds to a specific project. He
also provided an update on the buckthorn removal, noting that most of that work had been completed
prior to the issue with access. He moved on to North Woods Preserve and advised that stumps had
been removed from the site and the builder had restored the access and seeded that area. He stated
that staff would wait to see how the seed grows, but noted that mulch could be used instead.
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Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting
Minutes —June 13, 2012
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Chairperson Sabel commented that the Commission should think about how to interact with
development in the future, as building is starting to pick up again.
Commissioner Perry questioned the future of the Commission. He noted that once this last purchase
is made, the funds will be gone and questioned if the Commission would continue in some form.
Mr. Bednarz stated that once the parcels in discussion are obtained, the group should have a
discussion with the Council as to what the future of the Commission will be.
DISCUSS 2012 ANDOVER FAMILY FUN PEST ARRANGEMENTS
Chairperson Sabel stated that she would volunteer herself and her tent for the activity.
Commissioners Van Hecke and Jarson confirmed that they would each be able to staff the booth for
a period of time.
Chairperson Sabel confirmed that the booth would only be staffed on Saturday.
The Commission further discussed the hours that the booth would need to be staffed.
Commissioner Perry believed that the Commission should have something to show people at the
booth.
Commissioner Van Hecke suggested having a large map identifying the open space areas and
possibly a smaller handout version that could be given to residents. She noted that she may attempt
to put together a small scrap book of the photographs she has taken in the open space areas.
Chairperson Sabel confirmed that the Commission would have anothermeeting before the event and
could determine at that time if the members who are not present tonight would also like to volunteer
for the event. She noted that a printout could be done of the Power Point presentation that was given
to the Council for visitors to review, and for Commissioners to use as reference.
Commissioner Van Hecke agreed that the Power Point could be used in lieu of a scrap book, as her
pictures were included in that as well.
Chairperson Sabel agreed that it would be helpful to have the Power Point placed into a 3 -ring binder
for easy reference. She commented that the Newsletter could mention that the Commission will be
at the event and to stop by the booth.
OTHER BUSINESS
Noted.
a. Next Meeting: Judy 11, 2012
Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting
Minutes — June 13, 2012
Page 3
Motion by Commissioner Jarson, Second by Commissioner Perry to adjourn. Motion passed 4-
0. The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Courtney Bednarz
City Planner
Drafted by:
Amanda Staple, Recording Secretary
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TO: Andover Open Space Advisory Commission
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Discuss Acquisition of Property
DATE: July 11, 2012
INTRODUCTION
Staff has continued to work with property owners to pursue acquisition of
approximately 61 acres east of Hanson Boulevard.
DISCUSSION
An update will be provided at the meeting.
ACTION REQUESTED
A discussion will be held at the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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David L. Carlberg
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TO: Andover Open Space Advisory Commission
FROM: David L. Carlberg, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Discuss 2012 Andover Family Fun Fest Arrangements
DATE: July 11, 2012
INTRODUCTION
The Commission is asked to discuss and finalize preparations for Andover
Family Fun Fest.
DISCUSSION
The application for a community booth space adjacent to the Council booth
has been approved again this year.
ACTION REQUESTED
The commission is asked to discuss final preparations for the event,
including any materials that are needed.
Respectfully submitted,
David L. Carlberg