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Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
May 17, 2007
7:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order
2. Resident's Forum
3. Approval of Minutes (5/3/07)
----7P 4. Discuss 2008-2012 Parks Capital Improvement Plan
5. Discuss Andover Station North Ball Field Faclity/Status of Playground
Equipment/07-16, Cont.
CI1".,h4'iSa.t\ ~ 6. Discuss Memorial Plaque Options
7. Discuss Park Improvements/Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D, Cont.
~. Review Parks & Open Space Chapter/Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D,
Cont.
9. Update of Joint Meeting with City Council
10. Review Outstanding Items
11.
12. Chair's Report
13. Adjournment
Add-On Item Lja
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
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TO:
Park & Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 4. Discuss 2008.2012 Parks Capital Improvement
DATE:
May 17,2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to begin discussing the 2008-2012 Parks Capital Improvement
Plan.
DISCUSSION
Attached is a projected fund balance sheet that was prepared by the Finance
Department for your use. The projects listed on the fund balance sheet are from the
2007-2011 CIP, which will most likely be revised based on the Commission's
recommendation of projects for 2008. Remember to bring your information packet
with you to the meeting.
The projects recommended to be considered for 2008 are as follows:
· Woodland CrossinQs Park - $50,000 is needed for playground equipment for
both ages 2-5 and/or 5-12 year aids. As you may recall, this is a new park that
already has an existing new shelter and basketball court.
Other parks to consider for 2008:
. Hidden Creek East Park - As you may recall from last year during the same time
$10,000 was requested by the neighborhood to construct a basketball court at
the park. Kevin Starr from Public Works has indicated that the court could be
constructed in the free skating rink area.
Note: As always, $25,000 has been budgeted every year for miscellaneous items.
Some of the parks with playground equipment that need to be replaced or
updated as recommended by the Public Works Parks Department are as follows:
· Playground equ~ment at Meadowood North, Oak Bluff, Timber Trails and the tot
lot park on 138 Avenue NW. Note: It was mentioned by Public Works that
Sunshine Park needs playground equipment for ages 5-12 year aIds and a swing
set.
Some of the parks that still need access to meet ADA requirements are as
follows:
. Timber Trails, Pleasant Oaks, Hawkridge & Rose
Also there are a number of parks that need security lights. Public Works has also
expressed concern that some of the parks need to be updated to provide decent
parking by paving them.
BUDGET IMPACT
It appears that approximately $353,619.00 will be available for projects for 2008.
Note: The Park Commission may need in 2008 to spread some of the projects to 2009
or beyond. The projects that are identified in the year 2010 (Prairie Knoll and
Hawkridge Parks) may need to be pushed out to beyond 2012. The Finance
Department has indicated to the Engineering Department that the Ending
Funding Balance should for each of the years have a minimum positive balance
of $100,000.00 or more. As you can see the years from 2010-2012 have a
negative balance.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to begin discussing the 2008-2012
Parks Capital Improvement Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd Haas
CITY OF ANDOVER
Park Improvement Fund
Projected Fund Balance
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 TOTALS
Projected Sources of Revenue
Park Dedication Fee $2,515 per unit
platted units 50 50 50 50 50 50
Anticipated Park Dedication Fee $ 125,750 $ 125,750 $ 125,751) $ 125,750 $ 125,750 $ 125,750 $ 754,500
Commercial / Residential - Andover Station N 80,390 78,733 78,733 100,000 47,461 - 385,317
DNR Grant 62,500 - - - - - 62,500
Capital Projects Levy - Park Improvements 56.000 56,000 56.000 56,000 56,000 56,000 336,000
Total Revenues Available 324,640 260,483 260,483 281,750 229,211 181,750 1,538,317
Projected Commitments
Annual Miscellaneous Projects 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 150,000
Debt Service Payments
DS - Bailfields (Final 2015) estimate - 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 650,000
DS - Site Improv (Final 2015) estimate - 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000
Andover Station North - Bldg - City 73,000 73,000
Andover Station North - Bldg - ABA 105,000 105,000
Andover Station North - Lighting 263,000 35,000 318,000
Andover Station North - Bleachers 22,261 22,261
Andover Station North - Playground 65,000 65,000
Strootman Park 40,000 40,000
Terrace Park 55,000 55,000
Crooked Lake Boat Landing 125,000 125,000
Woodland Crossing Park 57,000 57,000
Sophies South Park 75,000 75 DDO
Forest Meadows Park 25,000 25,000
Andover Lions Park 65,000 85,000
Prairie Knoll Park 150 000 150 ODO
Hawkddge Park 500,000 500,000
Total Commitments 793,261 372,000 265,000 830,000 180,000 180,000 2,620,261
Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures (468,621) (111,517) (4,517) (548,250) 49,211 1,750
Fund Balance as of December 31, 2006 822,240
Fund Balance Brought Forward 353,619 242,102 237,585 (31 D,665) (261,454)
Ending Fund Balance • S 353,619 $ 242,102 $ 237,585 S (310,665) S (261,454) S (259,704)
'Target -10% of current years commitments to create a contingency for any project overages.
Debt service payments are assessments for the construction of ballfields at Andover Station North. Payments are based on 5.5% interest for 8 years.
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
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FROM:
Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 5. Discuss Andover Station North Ball Field Facility/Status of
Playground Equipmentl07-16, Cant.
DATE:
May 17, 2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is a continuation from the last meeting to allow City staff to contact the
representative from MN-WS Playground (supplier of the equipment and netting).
DISCUSSION
A few days ago the Commission received an e-mail from Harlan Lehman from MN-WS
Playground regarding options. Mr. Lehman will be attending Thursday's meeting to
address questions, comments and options.
BUDGET IMPACT
Keep in mind that $65,000 has been budgeted in the CIP. Any types of improvements
such as the shade tree system or netting and fencing and/or landscaping would be
funded from the $65,000.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to determine the direction for
protecting the playground equipment. And the type of playground equipment the
Commission would like to purchase.
Respectfully submitted,
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cc: Harlan Lehman, MN-WS Playground
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
Park & Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: Sa, Consider Request/Neighborhood Park Closing Times
DATE:
May 17, 2007
INTRODUCTION
Mark Angell, a resident of Andover, has requested to be on the agenda to discuss
neighborhood park closing times.
DISCUSSION
Attached is a letter from Mr. Angell with the request. It is understanding that Mr. Angell
and possibly others will be at the meeting to address the Commission.
Note: Attached is the current City Code regarding park closing times.
ACTION REQUESTED
As determined by the Park & Recreation Commission. Note: This might be an item to
discuss at the joint meeting with the City Council next month.
Respectfully submitted,
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cc: Mark Angell, 16070 Quay Street NW, Andover
Marc Angell
16070 Quay Street NW
Andover, MN 55304
763.712.1217
ducksandgeese@comcast.net
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RECEIVED
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To: Kevin Starr, Parks Supervisor
Cc: Todd Haas, Assistant City Engineer
CITY OF ANDOVER.._
Re: Early Neighborhood Park Closing Times
As Neighborhood Crime Watch Block Captain I am requesting placement on a May Park
Board Meeting Agenda to propose a dusk closing time for Pine Hills Park, located at
Tulip and 161 st Avenue, and all Andover neighborhood parks.
Vandalism, littering, inappropriate vehicle use, theft, fireworks, and alcohol conswnption
top the list of after dark activities prompting this desire and need for park closing times to
be reevaluated. Despite our attempts to assist with the cleanup in the aftermath of such
disrespectful behavior, they often result in safety hazards for our young park attendees
and are a general annoyance to neighboring property owners.
Please consider our request to be placed on the Park Board Agenda. This is a quality of
life issue in Andover Neighborhoods and one that we have taken personal responsibility
to maintain in collaboration with the Anoka County Sheriff s Office.
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this issue.
Thanks for your consideration of this matter.
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Marc Angell
by city council. Authorized law enforcement officials shall be exempt
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F. Gambling: Gambling shall not be allowed.
G. Golfing: No person shall be allowed to golf or practice golf.
H. Hours: City parks and recreation areas shall not be occupied or
used, nor may any motor vehicles be parked therein, between eleven
o'clock (11 :00) P.M. and six o'clock (6:00) A.M" except when
participating in an activity for which a permit has been granted by the
city.
I. Operation Of Motor Vehicles:
1. No person shall ride or drive a vehicle at a rate of speed
exceeding that posted in city parks or fifteen (15) miles per hour.
2. Drivers shall confine the operation of any motorized vehicle to
roads, parking areas, or other areas specifically designated as
temporary parking areas by the city council and/or their designated
representatives.
3. It shall be unlawful for any self-propelled vehicle, including, but
not limited to, "motor vehicles. as defined in Minnesota statutes
chapter 169, other self-propelled vehicles, go-carts, and
snowmobiles, to travel within city parks or recreation areas, except
on established roadways, trails, or other areas designated for such
purpose. Authorized emergency vehicles, city vehicles and
wheelchairs for the handicapped or disabled are exempt from this
regulation'.
J. Damage To Park Property: It shall be unlawful to mark, deface,
disfigure, injure, tamper with or dispose of or remove any buildings,
bridges, playground equipment, tables, benches, fireplaces, railings,
paving or paving materials, public utilities or parts or appurtenances
thereof, signs, notices (temporary or permanent), monuments,
stakes, posts, equipment, facilities or park property or
appurtenances, whatsoever, either real or personal.
1. See title 6, chapter 3 of this code.
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FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO:
Park & Recreation Commission
CC:
FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 6. Discuss Memorial Plaque Options
DATE: May 17,2007
INTRODUCTION
Staff attempted to find cities with policies regarding memorial plaques. The only two cities that
responded with policies to a couple of recent surveys were the Three Rivers Park District and
the City of Chanhassen. Most cities responded that they did not have a written policy.
DISCUSSION
The detail for each organization is as follows:
A. The Three Rivers Park District has the following policies:
Memorial Donations
Donations in memory, honor or recognition of an individual or event can be accepted when they
are consistent with the Park District's mission and are not subject to any unreasonable
conditions.
Procedures:
1. Any inquiries from the public about memorials should be referred to the Public Affairs
Coordinator.
2. Memorials at specific park sites will be coordinated with appropriate park staff.
3. When donations are made in memory of an individual, family members will receive
notification, including names of donors. (The amount of each contribution remains
confidential in most cases.)
Park Bench Donations
The Park District occasionally receives requests from citizens to install park benches as
memorials. Specific models have been selected for standard memorial benches: one model for
Noerenberg Gardens and another for all other park and trail locations. Only these standard
benches may be installed as memorials. The cost of the park and trail model includes a small
bronze recognition plaque. Benches installed at Noerenberg cannot include a memorial plaque.
Procedures: .
1. Inquiries about bench donations should be forwarded to the Public Affairs Coordinator,
who will communicate with donors about costs, possible locations, and other details.
2. Park maintenance supervisors will determine appropriate locations for benches.
3. Central Services staff will construct the benches. If a recognition plaque is to be
included, the Public Affairs Coordinator will arrange for purchase.
4. Park maintenance staff will install the bench in cooperation with Central Services staff.
B. The City of Chanhassen has the following policies:
Memorial Tree and Plaque
1. The memorial tree program plants a 1 Y2 caliper inch balled and burlapped maple, oak,
ash or linden tree in the donator's park of choice with recognition of the memorial on a
permanent plaque to be displayed at City Hall.
2. The donor can choose the general vicinity of the planting location within a park; the
exact placement of the tree is dependent upon existing site conditions and shall be
determined by the appointed officer.
3. The name displayed on the memorial plaque shall be the individual's full proper name.
Nicknames. where appropriate, may be included at the donor's request.
4. No additional mementos, e.g. vases, statues, etc., shall be permitted at the location of
the tree.
5. The cost of a memorial tree is $500. The health of the tree is guaranteed for 5 years.
Memorial Bench
6. A memorial bench may be dedicated in the donator's park of choice.
7. The donor can choose the general placement within a park; the exact location of the
bench is dependent upon existing site conditions and shall be determined by the
appointed officer.
8. Benches will be constructed from a concrete material and be of a high quality design.
The bench will be secured in a concrete pad by the City and/or its contractor.
9. A brass plaque with the inscription "in memory of the name of the person, recognition of
public office (if appropriate), and dates of birth and death will be affixed to the bench. In
the event that the plaque is damaged, defaced, and/or removed, the City will replace it
for the useful life of the bench.
10. No additional mementos, e.g. vases, statues, etc. shall be permitted at the location of
the bench.
11. The cost of a memorial bench is $1000. A bench is guaranteed for a minimum of 10
years.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to review the two policies and recommend to
staff the version to move forward with. If one of these policies is selected, staff will prepare a
final draft and this will be brought back to the Commission at the next meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923. WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 7. Discuss Park Improvements/Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D,
Cont.
DATE: May 17. 2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is a continuation from the last meeting in regard to the Park Chapter of the
Comprehensive Plan and the future park improvements the Park Commission may want
to consider.
DISCUSSION
Based on the discussion of the Park Commission from the last meeting, the following
recommendations were made:
. Green Acres Park (#38) - As you know, currently there is a small ball field that
has been used over the years by the associations. The ball field is to remain
with the only improvements that are recommended to be made are a new
security light and playground equipment.
. Rose Park (#39) - Staff is currently working on a couple of layouts for two new
hockey rinks, free skating rink which will include a paved parking lot and
basketball court. We hope to have a draft layout for the Commission to review at
the meeting
. Crooked Lake School (#50) - Rink would be eliminated if Rose Park is approved
as a future site of the hockey rinks.
. Hawkridge Park (#2) - The Commission is recommending to eliminate ball field
and convert the ball field area into soccer fields.
ACTION REQUIRED
No action is required unless the Commission has a change of heart on the
development of any of the parks.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd Haas
CITY OF
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1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100
FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US
TO: Park & Recreation Commission
FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 8. Review Parks & Open Space Chapter/Park Comprehensive
Plan/06-46D, Cant.
DATE: May 17, 2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is a continuation to the Parks & Open Space Plan Chapter of the
Comprehensive Plan.
DISCUSSION
At the last meeting the Commission had recommended a few changes to the chapter.
Since the last meeting City staff also performed a more detail review of the chapter
The attached Parks and Open Space Plan identifies the deletions and additions that
are recommended.
Since there are quite a few revisions that are being recommended by City staff. the
Commission is encouraged to review the proposed revisions.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to review the revised version of the
Parks & Open Space Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
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CHAPTER EIGHT
PARKS AND OPEN SPACE
PLAN
A. INTRODUCTION
The City of Andover is concerned with providing a variety of natural and
recreational opportunities to its residents through implementation of the parks,
recreation, and open space plan. The City recognizes that the anticipated
growth in population will increase demands on existing facilities and programs.
Plan goals are as follows:
1) Provide areas that meet present park needs and plan for
future needs of the City.
2) Maintain, upgrade and expand community recreational facilities
and trail systems to serve all residents of the City.
3) Promote, protect, preserve and enhance the City's rural and open
space and amenities.
B. PARKS
The City of Andover contains W 65 parks and/or facilities ranging in size from
under an acre to more than 100 acres. Anoka County operates two regional
parks within and/or adiacent to the City. Bunker Hills which has a portion of
the located within the City limits and Rum River Central that which abut~ the
City. There are no State or Federal parks within the city limits. Figure 8.1 and
&2-A show the location of all parkland and park facilitico and/or facilities within
the City and FiQure B identifies the type of activities that are available to the
public for each park.
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1, Types of Parks
The Metropolitan Council has categorized local and regional parks according to
factors such as size, use, service area, location and site attributes for
generalized use (Figure 8.3), All types of local facilities can be found within the
City including mini-parks, neighborhood parks\playgrounds, community
playfieldo, and community parks. The City of Andover has deviated from the
standard acreage requirements on Mini-Parks, requiring 0-2 acres; and
Community Parks, stipulating 2-25 acres.
a) Mini-Parks
These parks typically contain one piece of recreational equipment
and serve a limited area of less than a quarter mile. All mini-parks
are less than two acres in size.
b) Neighborhood Parks
Most of Andover's parks are classified as neighborhood parks.
These parks are for intense recreational activities such as field
games, courts, apparatus areas, skating, etc. Service areas range
from a quarter to half mile. Parl( oize5 range from 2.17 aore5 in
Northwood5 Ea5t Park to almoot 20 acrco in Prairie Knoll Parle
c) Linear Parks
Coon Creel( Park io ^ndover'o only linear parle Tho parl( contains
bituminous trails that follow Coon Crool( botwoon Hanoon Blvd, N'N
and tho Burlington Northom Railroad. Non motorizod uoos
including, biking, hiking, rollorblading and crooo country okiing aro
allowed on tho trail.
d) Special Use Parks
The Round Lake and Crooked Lalm Boat Landing:J arc dooignated
as special UGe parl(:J. Crooked Lake has a pionic ohelter and play
equipment; Round Lal(O oontains no recreational equipmont.
0) Undeveloped Parks
^ndo'ler contains ::I numbor of undo'/olopod p3rks r3nging from
loes than ::In acro to ovor 10 acree. M3ny of thoeo parke cont::lin
wotl3nde ::Ind are unsuit::lblo for rocre::ltion31 oquipment. Larger
::Ire3e m::lY be suit3blo for future tr::lil dovolopmont.
ff) Community Parks
Throe parka arc deoigned for community U:JO. These parks serve
the city as a whole and are at least 25 acres in size and can be
either classified as active or passive parks. Sunshine and City
Hall parl(s arc designated ao Community Playfields. Both aro
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Active Hse parks wftA have recreational facilities designed for
league play ifl such as softball, soccer and/or tennis. KelDey
Round Lal<e Parl( is a Passive parks are Hse more natural areas
tvpe of parks which mav contain~ bituminous, gravel aM or
wood chip nature trails.
2. Regional Parks
Two regional parks are within a portion or adjacent to the City. Figure &-7 C
shows the locations of Bunker Hills Regional Park and Rum River Central
Regional Park.
a) Bunker Hills Regional Park
Bunker Hills Regional Park is located in the southeast corner of
Andover and extends into the adjacent cities of Blaine, Coon
Rapids and Ham Lake. The park includes numerous recreation
facilities such as picnic areas, playgrounds, camping, swimming,
bituminous and hiking trails. Brauer and ,^,sDooiates completed a
master plan for the parI< in 1008.A overall master plan for the
park is available from the Anoka County Park & Recreation
Department.
The current and proposcd land use and zoning DtipulateD Dingle
family UDes on urban services for areas adjacent in the City of
^ndover.
b) Rum River Central Regional Park
Rum River Central Regional Park is located adjacent to the
northwest corner of the city on the west bank of the Rum River in
the City of Ramsey. Construction has begun on developing
recrcational activitieD and trailD. Bob Hemming and ^ssociates
completed a master plan for the parI< in 1007. A overall master
plan for the park is available from the Anoka County Park &
Recreation Department.
The current and proposed land UDe and zoning Dtipulates Dingle
family uses on rural scrvices for aroas adjacent in the City of
J\ndovcr.
C. RECREATION
Recreational facilities are an essential component of active use parks. The
development of recreation facilities requires an understanding of community
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needs based on population, service radius, and space requirements. Standards
established by the National Recreation and Parks Association (Figure 8.10)
provides guidelines for such development. The City of Andover shall use these
standards as guidelines for the development of recreation facilities.
D. OPEN SPACE
Open Space is defined as areas set aside for the preservation of natural open
spaces to counteract the effects of urban congestion and monotony. Increasing
urbanization has led to a decline in open space areas of the city. Many new
citizens cite Andover's natural amenities as a reason for moving into the city. As
more people discover Andover these resources become scarcer. An objective of
this plan is to preserve, protect and enhance the open space character of the
City for future generations.
E. SITE SELECTION CRITERIA
AND ACQUISITION POLICIES
The City of Andover recognizes the importance of providing park and
recreational open spaces opportunities for the enjoyment of all citizens of the
city. The following criteria shall be used to properly evaluate optimal sites for
future locations of facilities and acquisition of open space. These policies shall
also be considered when selecting parks for decommission.
1. Site Selection Criteria
a) Open Space: The City of Andover shall select open space sites that
adhere to the following:
i) Protect and preserve significant local natural resources,
including:
. Groundwater recharge areas and natural hydrological systems
. Forests
. Wetlands
. Unique biological, geological, historical and archaeological
sites
. Lands containing unique or endangered species or plants or
animals
. Educationally valuable features
. Sites of exceptional aesthetic quality
ii) Provide relief from a predominantly urban environment.
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iii) Be sufficient in size to preserve, protect and enhance natural
resources.
iv) Include high quality natural resources that merit preservation.
v) Protect significant natural resources that would otherwise be
negatively affected by urban development or negligence.
b) Recreational Park land: The City of Andover will select recreational
parkland sites that adhere to the following:
i) Be oriented towards particular natural resources, such as lakes,
rivers and other unique features.
ii) Be sufficient in size to allow the user to experience the natural
resource while engaging in compatible recreational activities
without degrading the natural resource or the visitor's
experience.
iii) Provide complementary recreational opportunities to that
provided by county and regional agencies.
iv) Be distributed in the County to provide an appropriate
geographic and demographic distribution of sites and activities to
reach more of our residents.
v) Be planned in regard to both location and size to meet the needs
of the long-range projected population in the service area.
2. land Acquisition Criteria
a) Public Controls or Ownership: The City of Andover recognizes that
official public controls and/or public ownership may be desirable and in
some cases essential to:
i) Assure public land availability for future generations although the
current need may not be imperative.
ii) Protect a significant resource threatened by development.
deterioration, neglect or inordinate increase in land values.
iii) Preserve unique or significant landscape features. including
geographical, historical and archaeological.
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iv) Provide open space.
v) Meet both active and passive recreational needs.
a) Methods of Acquisition: To assure protection and availability of
public land, the City of Andover shall utilize various methods of
acquisition, including but not limited to:
i) City purchase
. Negotiated purchase with willing seller when possible
. Eminent domain may be utilized if appropriate
ii) County or regional funding
iii) State purchase
iv) Leases
v) Easements for use or protection.
vi) Purchase or transfer of development rights.
vii) Assistance and/or cost-sharing with other agencies.
viii) Donations/bequests/foundations.
ix) Interim uses (land stewardship).
x) Tax forfeited land.
F. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The following parks, recreation, and open space goals and objectives have been
identified:
Goal 1.
Provide areas that meet present park needs and plan for
future needs of the City.
Objectives:
a. Maintain and upgrade current park facilities.
b. Assess the need for additional neighborhood parks.
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Goal 2.
Objectives:
Goal 3,
Objectives:
c.
Upgrade Provide more passive type activities at Kelsey Round
Lake Park ao a regional park such as wetland improvements to
better habitat for the wildlife.
d.
Consider parks in the vicinity of Ward Lake and the
WDE Landfill Gite.
e.
Eliminate unusable parks.
f.
Accept only lands suitable for park and recreational purposes as
fulfillment of the parkland dedication requirements.
Maintain, upgrade and expand community recreational
facilities and trail systems to serve all residents of the City.
a.
Provide for a balance among active and passive recreational areas
and activities.
b.
Plan for recreational facilities for all age groups and abilities within
the city.
c.
Ensure recreational areas are designed and maintained with
appropriate lighting, landscaping, parking, and shelter design.
d.
Consider standards of the National Recreation and Park
Association.
f.
Ensure recreational areas are appropriately maintained.
g.
Site Selection Criteria shall be implemented in determining
feasibility of recreational sites.
Promote, protect, preserve and enhance the City's rural and
open space and amenities.
a. Consider development of passive, nature-related recreational or
conservancy areas on sites otherwise considered unsuitable for
development.
b. Implemcnt planned unit dcvclopment c1uoter concepts 'where
protection of natural featureo iG important to the community, and
vital to development deoirability.
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e~. Site Selection Criteria shall be implemented in determining
feasibility of open space sites.
G. IMPLEMENTATION
Pursuant to the requirements of the Metropolitan Council, the following policies
have been adopted in this plan.
1. Protection of regional recreation and open space.
It is the City's policy to protect all parkland within the city, including municipal and
regional parks and open space lands from inappropriate development activities
on adjacent lands.
The intent of this policy is to ensure that no incompatible development occurs
next to recreational parks and open space lands. which may cause harm to park
and open space lands. Furthennore, it is the intent of this policy to ensure that
no inappropriate development occurs on any lands set aside for future park
recreation or open space use.
2. Minimize conflicts between land uses
It is the City's policy to ensure minimal conflict between existing or proposed land
uses and existing regional parks, preserves or recreational activities.
It is the intent of this policy to cooperate with regional agencies to enhance the
nature of regional parks, preserves, and trails. The City of Andover recognizes
the value of the regional parks system as an asset to its residents and is
interested in minimizing any local land use conflicts, which might occur.
3. Acquisition or development of regional parks,
It is the City's policy to work cooperatively with regional agencies to acquire or
develop regional parks or trails, as necessary.
4, Programs and Ordinances to protect existing regional park property.
The City of Andover has adopted the previously stated polices to protect all park
property, including regional park property. In addition, the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan has been written with sensitivity to the concerns associated with park
and open space lands.
5. Park Regulations
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The City Council and Park and Recreation Commission will oversee all issues
associated with parks and recreation within the City. Furthermore, the City has
adopted ordinances to regulate conduct, provide for enforcement, and prescribe
penalties for violation of provisions.
H. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan sets long, medium, and short-
range goals and objectives pursuant to the Parks and Recreation Commission's
Capital Improvement Plan.
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TO: Park & Recreation Commission
FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator
SUBJECT: 9. Update of Joint Meeting with City Council
DATE: May 17,2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to the status of a joint meeting with the Park and Recreation
Commission.
DISCUSSION
Attached is the agenda item that was presented to the City Council for consideration.
ACTION REQUESTED
No action is necessary. Staff will update the Commission at the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd Haas
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TO: Mayor and Council Members
CC: Jim Dickinson, City Administrator
David Berkowitz, City Engineer -s::cB
FROM: Todd J. Haas, Parks Coordinator
Sli13JECT: Consider Joint Meeting with Park & Recreation Commission - Engineering
DATE: May 15, 2007
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to considering scheduling a joint meeting with the Park & Recreation
Commission.
DISCUSSION
The joint meeting date that has been suggested by the Park & Recreation Commission is Thursday,
June 14th at 7:00 p.m. All of the commission members are available for this date. Otherwise the
joint meeting may have to be scheduled sometime in July. (July 19th is a possibility.)
Note: If the City Council is looking at other potential meeting dates, I 'will not be available the
week of June 18th.
The items that may be discussed at the joint meeting are as follows:
. Discuss proposed park improvements
. Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D, Cont
. Discuss 2008-2012 Cll'
ACTION REOUESTED
The City Council is recommended to consider a joint meeting with the Park & Recreation
Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
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SUBJECT:
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10. Review Outstanding Items
May 17, 2007
Issues list as of 5/15/07
COMPLETED PROJECTS
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ON-GOING PROJECTS
o Develop Site Plans for all existing parks which indicates the facilities available. (On-Going).
o Andover Station North Park (property south of the old landfill) - Pretty much everything is done.
There are a few punch list items the contractor needs to complete in the spring, but otherwise
everything is completed.
o Woodland Estates Park - Most landscaping has been completed.
o Oakview Park - Most of the landscaping has been completed.
o Update of Park Dedication Improvement Fund Quarterly Report - Next quarterly report is due in
July.
o Update of Quarterly Sheriff's Department Report on Park Patrol & Vandalism - Next quarterly
report is due in July.
o Comprehensive Plan - Item is on the agenda to discuss Parks 1-65.
o Crooked Lake Boat LandinQ - Design is underway. Construction is anticipated sometime mid summer
(probably August).
o Terrace Park - Design of the parking lot has begun. The project will be bid with the Crooked Lake Boat
Landing project. Again, this project will be constructed sometime in mid summer.
o Strootman Park - Public Works has removed the old fencing from the ball field. Currently working on
getting quotes for the fencing and concrete.
ON HOLD
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TASK FORCE UPDA TES
Skateboard Task Force - No updates to report. Note: The skate park equipment will once again be
installed at Constance Free Church on Tuesday, May 29th.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
o Andover Station North - Staff will update the Commission at the meeting to determine if the EDA
approved the request to have a contest.
Note: If you have any items that you would like to add to the list, let me know at the meeting.
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