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Home My WebLink AboutMay 3, 2007 9-\NDbVE~ 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US 7:30 P.M. 1. 2. 3. ~_4. ..0( ~5. ,/6. 7. /8. V"9. Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting May 3, 2007 Call to Order Resident's Forum Approval of Minutes (4/19/07) Discuss Andover Station North Ball Field Facility/Status of Playground Equipmentl07-16, Cont. Discuss Memorial Plaque Options Review Outstanding Items Chair's Report Adjournment 7:45 P.M. or shortlv thereafter (Work Session) 1. Call to Order 2. Discuss Park Improvements/Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D, Cont. 3. Update of Rural Reserve Area/Planning Department lo 1] 4. Review Parks & Open Space Plan Chapter/Comprehensive Plan I Dlt" \.\ 5. Consider Joint Meeting with City Council 6. Adjournment ~ 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission CC: FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator SUBJECT: 4. Discuss Andover Station North Ball Field Facility/Status of Playground Equipmentl07 -16 DATE: May 3, 2007 INTRODUCTION This item is a continuation from the last meeting to allow City staff to contact the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust representative. DISCUSSION Staff has discussed this with Scott Gesinger, representative with the League. Mr. Gesinger's opinion has not changed and that it is the City of Andover's responsibility to provide protection from foul balls. Installing trees or hedges most likely will not provide the protection that is needed for the children. With this in mind, a netting and fence of at least along the north and east side of the playground area. A hedge would be ok on the west and south side but regular maintenance of the hedge will be necessary. Note: Jim Dickinson, City Administrator, has indicated that the develer of the townhome area is anticipated that playground equipment will be available to the new neighborhood. BUDGET IMPACT Keep in mind that $65,000 has been budgeted in the CIP. Any types of improvements such as the shade tree system and fencing would be funded from the $65,000. ACTION REQUESTED The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to determine the direction for protecting the playground equipment. Respectfully submitted, T~/~ League of Minnesota CiUes Cities promoting exceUence , (' ., PA(~ ~ ~e. &'mMI's.~IO~ Ff'II.A~ J~,,6, f'",~(,,- W..f'~S .~'L~fl~''fi:; LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES INSURANCE TRUST Loss Control Services Administration: c/o Berkley Risk Administrators Company, LLC 222 South 9" Street, Suite 1300, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402-3332 Phone: (612) 766-3172 Fax: (612) 766-3199 Web Site: \vww.lmnc.org 2-12-07 Kevin Starr Parks Superintendent City of Andover 1685 Crosstown Blvd NW Andover, MN 55304-2612 Regarding: Loss control meeting conducted 2-8-07 Dear Mr. Starr: On the above date I met with you to discuss and view possible location for playground equipment at the Andover Station North Ball Field Improvement. My loss control services are provided to the city of Andover in conjunction with the city's participation in the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. Discussion: During our meeting, we viewed two possible locations for the playground equipment and discussed positive and negative points of each location. Location one was on the north end of the corridor between the central and east fields. The advantages of this location are that it is viewable from both fields, it is enclosed on three sides (to limit wandering of children), and there are no plans for other use of this area. The disadvantages to this area are that it would be an ideal area for warm-ups by ball players, foul balls may strike children who wander out of the protective netting provided over the equipment, and the steep hill directly north of the playground site may attract children to climb it. Additionally, the sloping in the area means that the soil could remain wet as other areas of the park drain. This site also has limited area, and providing adequate clearance for playground equipment may be difficult. Location two is directly south of the third base line of the east field. The advantages of this location are that it is easily accessible, it is viewable from the east field, and because of sloping, the soil here should remain more dry than it will at the first location. The disadvantages of this location are that it is closer to the parking lot than the first location, it is more open, which could lead to wandering of children, and it viewable from the center field, Additionally, this location is closer to retaining ponds, although the distance does not lend itself to attractive nuisance issues. This area also has limited area, and it may be difficult to provide adequate clearance for all types of playground equipment. A..... EQUAL OPPORwxm'/AFF1RMAID 'E ACTIO:>; L\lPLOYER City of Andover February 12,2007 Page 2 of2 Recommendations: At this time, I do not recommend one location over the other. Both locations have advantages and disadvantages that are equalizing. I do recommend that protection from foul balls be provided, the playground is designed to prevent children from accessing the fields, and consideration is given to possible nuisances. Thank you for your assistance during my visit. If you or any of your staff have safety related questions, please contact me. Sincerely, ;7~~ Scott T. Gesinger Loss Control Consultant Phone 6]2-766-3173 Email sgesinger@berklevrisk.com c: T. C. Field & Company P.O. Box 64016 St. Paul, MN 55164 Jim Dickinson City Administrator City of Andover ] 685 Crosstown Blvd NW Andover, MN 55304-26]2 Recommendations and comments are provided for loss control and risk exposure improvement purposes only in conjunction with the insurance program referenced above. They are not made for the purpose of complying with the requirements of any law, rule or regulation. We do not infer or imply in the making of these recommendations and comments that all sites were reviewed or that all possible hazards were noted. The final responsibility for conducting loss control and risk management programs must rest with the insured. 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission CC: FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator SUBJECT: 5. Discuss Memorial Plaque Options DATE: May 3, 2007 INTRODUCTION This item is in regard to discussing memorial plaque options. DISCUSSION Attached is a Memorial Giving Policy from the City of Chanhassen for your review. Staff is still researching other cities and may have that information available at Thursday's meeting. ACTION REQUESTED As determined by the Park & Recreation Commission. Respectfully submitted, ~/~ Todd Haas City of Chanhassen, Minnesotr' 'rks: Adult Sports Page 1 of3 April 23, 2007 Inside City Hall ~ Our Community ~ Parks & Rec. ~ Parks Trails Recreation Center Senior Center Community Events Recreation Programs Youth Associations Skate Park Ice Skating Rinks Adult Sports Picnic Reservations Field Reservations Memorial Giving Policy Beaches Local Entertainment Safety in the City ~ Seasonal Tips ~ Depts. & Services ~ FAQs t Home ~ City of Chanhassen 7700 Market Blvd PO Box 147 Chanhassen MN 55317 952-227-1100 Fax: 952-227-1110 Qi~ceJailll~ Contact Us I Job Opportunities I Site Inde~ Chanhassen: n. tree of sweet sap l~ui::~ ~i~t___.. ......_ ... .:::I Memorial Giving Policy The City of Chanhassen SUPPDrtS the needs and principles of allowing memorials in parks and green space areas, but is also mindful that these facilities have many uses and are enjoyed by a wide range of people. Therefore, the City desires tD manage and regulate memorials for the mutual benefit of all. It is the intentiDn that the Memorial Giving Policy Dnly covers the broad sense of memorials and is not meant to be exhaustive. MemDrial proposals outside the scope of this policy may still be considered. General 1. Applications for memorials and to scatter ashes in park and green space areas are available at City Hall or by clicking on the links at the end of this section. The Parks & Recreation Director (appDinted officer) shall be respDnsible for the consideration of applications. 2. Applications will be accepted from next of kin or an executor of estate. 3. All memorials are to be paid for by the applicant on or before installation. 4. Memorials will be positiDned to maximize the benefit tD an area. The City will attempt to accDmmDdate the wishes of the applicant at all times. 5. The number of memDrials shall not detract from the prime recreational purposes of an area. The City may limit the number of memDrials in a particular area. 6. The City accepts nD liability fDr damage to any memorials from vandals, third parties or while carrying Dut maintenance activities unless specifically noted. 7. The City reserves the right to remove any memorials that have been damaged and, is in the view of the appointed officer, beyond repair. 8. Applications fDr memorials to pets or to scatter the ashes of pels shall not be accepted. AP.I:!licatLon for MemQriaJ Ap-p1ication to-.Scatter Cremated Remains Memorial Tree and Plaque 1. The memorial tree program plants a 1 Y, caliper inch balled and burlapped maple, oak, ash Dr linden tree in the dDnator's park of choice with recognition of the memorial on a permanent plaque to be displayed at City Hall. http://www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us/parks/rnemorial.htrnl 4/23/2007 City of Chanhassen, Minnesot 'larks: Adult Sports Page 2 of3 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 1. A memorial bench may be dedicated in the donator's park of choice. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. A brass plaque with the inscription "in memory of the !:lame 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. 5. No additional mementos, e.g. vases, statues, etc. shall be permitted at the location of the bench. 6. The cost of a memorial bench is $1000. A bench is guaranteed for a minimum of 10 years. Click HERE to view a description and photo of the bench to be installed. Ashes 1. Ashes shall only be scattered in locations agreed to in advance by the Parks & Recreation Director, at a predetermined time, day and date in consultation with the next of kin or executor of the estate. 2. No additional mementos, e.g. vases, statues, etc. shall be permitted at the location where the ashes are scattered. Other Memorials 1. Other memorial donations, e.g. picnic shelter, playground, etc., will be considered on an individual basis. 2. Recognition of such memorials will be made at an appropriate level in http://www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us/parks/memorial.html 4123/2007 Ci7 of Chanhassen, Minnesot~ Darks: Adult Sports Page 3 of3 consultation with the next of kin or executor of estate. For more information, contact Todd Hoffman, Parks & Recreation Director at 952-227- 1129 or by email atthoffman@cichanhassen.mn.us. City of Chanhassen @ 2007 http://www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us/parks/memorial.html 4/23/2007 <f\NDbVE~ 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: 6. Review Outstanding Items DATE: May 3. 2007 Issues list as of 4/30/07 COMPLETED PROJECTS . 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 Sheriffs 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. The design is currently being worked on by the Engineering Department. ON HOLD .:. TASK FORCE UPDATES Skateboard Task Force - No updates to report. Note: The skate park equipment will once again be installed at Constance Free Church by the end of May. OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST o Andover Station North - Staff will update the Commission at the meeting to determine if the City Council 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. G:IST AFF\RHONDAAIP ARK\ITEMS\2007\050307lilem 6.DOC Sl\NDbVE~ 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: 2. Discuss Park Improvements/Park Comprehensive Plan/06-46D, Cant. DATE: May 3,2007 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 At this meeting the Commission is requested to review the final draft for Parks 1-65. Attached are the proposed improvements recommended by City staff for each of the parks. Please review the draft improvements of all the parks that have been reviewed over the past couple months that are being recommended by the Commission. There are still four parks (Green Acres, Rose, Crooked Lake School across from the boat landing & Hawkridge) that need to be discussed as to how the parks may be developed or redeveloped. The issues or concerns of those 4 parks are as follows: Green Acres (#38) - Currently there is a small ball field that has been used over the years by the associations but the City in the past has had issues with on-street parking, as no separate parking Jot is available. The other item that is a concern is the outfield area and 3'd baseline is relatively too close to the street (balls are ending up in the street creating potential hazards for the players). Note: If you have not been to the park before, please do so before Thursday's meeting. Rose (#39) - The park has a lot of potential for redevelopment. This site is a very good location for a hockey rink facility as the park us surrounded by residential developments. In addition, access to the park is very good. Crooked Lake School (#50) - As you mayor may not know, the City has an agreement to maintain and operate the hockey rink facility. If the Commission is not familiar with the facility, the hockey rink lights need to be replaced along with hockey rink boards and fencing. In addition, the free skating rink is too small. This facility is included with the Crooked Lake Boat Landing since it is located directly across the street. Hawkridge (#2) - A copy of the draft drawing was in your last packet. Please bring that drawing with you. ACTION REQUIRED The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to review the final draft of the Parks Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan and the future park improvements the Commission may want to consider for Parks 1-65 and discuss the four parks that were mentioned above that need direction as to how to develop the parks. Co · .J \, et' ~ 0/ ,.11'1 . . 1" '" C 1( ,...t. _" ,-0 t 7'r" ,;:-. .::'\) ,';- o L' ,-t'"'" ti' · 'v,r-. ~ ";....."" ,../ "lI IV ,.;f' f~ ... .::::- ~ c,. ~... X / "_, ('.-j l] / it. q..1'.' - / I:( /:::::- l;" lJ . Respectfully submitted, T~~ Report is in side pocket. <!i) 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MNUS TO: Park Commissioners Will Neumeister, Community Development Director d-- FROM: SUBJECT: Status of Planning for the Rural Reserve Area DATE: April 30,2007 Over the past few months the City staff has begun to prepare an update to the Comprehensive Plan. In our discussions the issue of what to do about planning for the Rural Reserve has been brought up and we have determined that the best approach at this time is to wait until the area is closer to being developed to do any further detailed planning on land use, park location, etc. We feel that based on the input from the City Council, that this the right approach, as we do not want to put a plan on paper that would only be changed at a later time. When the land developers prepare a plan for the area showing the type of housing that will be planned for the area is the time to begin the planning for the parks of the area The best we can estimate at this time is that the area will probably need to have a couple of neighborhood parks, a community park and a half of a playfield. The actual park fees collected and land to be dedicated from the area will need to support the parks that are planned for the area We roughly estimate that there will be approximately 660 developable acres of land and upwards of 1,960 housing units. The combination of land to be dedicated and the cash park dedication fees to be collected will need to be calculated as the land is proposed for development. We anticipate that this will likely be the case as we get closer to when the land is actually being developed. 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission CC: FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator SUBJECT: 4. Review Parks & Open Space Plan Chapter/Comprehensive Plan DATE: May 3, 2007 INTRODUCTION This item is in regard to Parks & Open Space Plan Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. DISCUSSION As you know, the Commission has been over the past couple of months working on the park improvement portion of the chapter. Attached is the current version of the Parks & Open Space Plan for your review. Please review to determine if changes are to be made to the chapter. ACTION REQUESTED The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to review the current version of the Parks & Open Space Plan to determine if there are any sections that should be considered to be revised or rewritten. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ I I I I I , I r :7 ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight 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. \I 't ~a~nl.tati in, uPdgtrara~le andt expatnd commlul ni~drecrtseatif'othnalc,ty ...,ib 1. laCI J es an I sys ems 0 serve a. res I en 0 e I. \; lS 3) . Promote, protect, preserve and enhance the City's rural and # ,J)f open space and amenities. ~ ~fl 0' " \ 'f).rJi' ~ ~\Of oP~ 't~ B PARKS . vA'I:~ , ~.,.. yo- , ,,~ . ~ . vJ\~. ........v- :> The City of Andov r contains~parks ranging in size from under a~e to over 100 acres. Ano County operates two regional parks, Bunker Hills and Rum River Central ~abutSthe City, There are no State or Federal parks adjacent or within th,~ ~ity Ii~~s, Fjg~re ~ ro;e ~ show the location of all parkland aFtEI p-ark facllitlei withm the ~Ity~ A..1d. f'~"'l'e B Ide.l'\+lr.'es -I-l-e rype Or a..t.+7'VI'tlC?S '/h..fr'sCl.vct/"o.bk +-~ ""ptA 10 fl'c... -roor ec.ch f>Clt'/C.... 2) 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 generalizeduse.~"I' A ,U All types of local facilities can be found within the City including mini-parks, neighborhood parks\playgrounds, ~oFRmunity Draft Copy - December. 1999 Page 1 of 9 V\ +- J -~ \.1 t .~ i- ~ '] ~ ~ - " II II II II , II , II , --et- Un@veloped Parks . I A:.n_d_~Rtaiill> a number of u;~IOp~-,,!rk~ ranging fro~ - . less t1ialnIn acrelOover....;tlka~_es:-Many of these- parks contam . _n______ .. wetlands and a~le fo~aleqJ.ljQ.!!!ent:Larger a~,~)l1ay15O suilable for future trail development , WI. -Ie.. Thrco-pa . . These parks serve. , . the city as a whole an are at least 25 acres in size. 8ull::.l,i"c d'ld r./, e' . '. Dett-! arc n-e)c: ~ , of active4:l&e parks""ttith-recreational facilities designed for league play - in softball, soccer and tennis. Kelsey Ro.tlnd Lal(O Perl< i3 a !",,-ssive. PC1.r~$ (J:'(e, pa'!'.:>ive u~;e pa~containing bituminous, gravel and wood chip nature trails. Site f3ler..3 of Al'ldo..cr'~ eon.r'l'IuRiti f3arlc3 falle...; as ri~ulc;, B.4--S.C. ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan-.Chapter Eight --?> pla-Jfioldo, 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) b) -~ -c)- ~ -nr -7 ~. c) ft- "/' 2. 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. 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. .p~j:J( size3 rBl'IgjC ffsFfI 2.17 aCF9~n . HClI#lwe9E1~ eait Park to ~Imn~t 20 ~I""r"'''' iR PF3.irio I<AeIl rark. binear rarks ~.~.~=Jr:~kt~S i:OV9r'S only linear p:lf:l<_ Tho park ~~~~~~~ I I a a low Coon Creek bc&vccll-llan;,vll Blvd. IIIW and-the-Bur-lingtGR-Noohem-RaihoaJ. Non~motorizoel I,H3CS including,biktng;-Riking,r-ollerbladiAg-a~-o5S-c;.OUlIL. y ::>lI.iillY al t:: allowed VII Lilt" bail. . Special Use Parks The Rnllnd Lake and Crooked Lake Boat Landings ar~esignated as special US~[KS.-b,voketl=f;aI<e..lli!S a Picn~c shelter and play equipmen(Round Lake contains no recreation requipment- . Regional Parks I , , , Draft Copy - December. 1999 Page 2 of 9 I I I I I I I I I ,I , l . ~ . I r , ~':>- ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight {iCl\ IN ,'-H-J i ~ c.,. <;al ~ Two regional parks are -adjacent to the City. Figure a::; shows the locations of Bunker Hills Regional Park and Rum River Central Regional Park. a) .J: ~ liJ ~ "- Bunker Hills Regional Park ~ Bunker Hills Regional Park is located in the southeast comer of ~ Andover and extends into the adjacent cities of Blaine, Coon l' '(I Rapids and Ham Lake. The park includes numerous recreation ~ facilities such as picnic areas, playgrounds, camping, swimming, ~tY bituminous and hiking trails. Brauer anel A:!8ecioto~ CQmphite9 :i ~ rnll~tl;ir plan fer thg park)n 1998. Pc "v~a.11 yYla..Sf~.r pi "'1'1. 4,,- ~ "M'-e.. pc-fIG- ,'S o..vo..c\c.I>Ie. ~t'CI'^'" t-he... ft-/lO~ (c:a....'\.fy f"n....~ Ci" The eurr~nt ~lId 1-'1 uposed land u~c and ....ulJilll;l 3tipulatc3 3il"lglc falT'i1y 11<:9. OR ursaR services for :ir93S aeijae.ent ;1. t11t:= CiLy ur -AI ,dover. (~o..... r ,""1 ;t . Bunker Hills flef k. Ibyul:lt follovvb ~s rigl::lrc 8,8 ~ b) -f-' l: ~ e 'i- Rum River Central Regional Park' . ~ . Rum River Central Regional Park is located adjacent to the ~ northwest comer of the city on the west bank of the Rum River in , the City of Ramsey. Con3truciioR RaG eeQur:1 on Q~\'i'loping ~ feCi e:!!tional aotivitic!3 aReI treil!. Dob IlclTlf'fIiR!:J aReI tt3~Oddb,. . {/ completed a ffi63tcr plan fer ti,e pari< in 1007. A ov t<,,,,-I I Yvt~ste"" plAV\ ~J ..(.,,01' 't\\e- f'<1"~ ,'s ~'.f(,i Ic.ble ~reW\ +h.e... flt'\c:lfC."- aDVJA-ty F''''t~ o.~~c. 11 It:: \.rU1I t:IIL and f3ropo~9d lann "C:~ ~nrt 7nning stipulat~~ ~ir'1gle family u::;~s on rural services Tor areCl::; edjdvcllt1n tRo Cit}, Qf Andever:- ~ l'$~~.'W'\ RUITI Ri>.'er CORtral rBFI( I~YQ'lt f,.,lInwc:: ~s Fiou"- R Q -".:> C. RECREATION Recreational facilities are an essential component of active use parks. The development of recreation facilities requires an understanding of community needs based on population, service radius, and space requirements. Standards established by the National Recreation and Parks Association (~gul "" 8. t Cl) provides guidelines for such development. The City of Andover shall use these standards as guidelines for the development of recreation facilities. D. OPEN SPACE Draft Copy - December, 1999 Page 3 of 9 ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Bght 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 it to preserve, protect and enhance the open space character of the City. ~ E. SITE SELECTION CRITERIA . AND ACQUISITION POLICIES - -,C"'fd-o.t c. - The(9ty 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 resources, including: . . Groundwater recharge areas and natural hydrological systems . Forests . Wetlands . Unique biological, geological, historical and archaeological '. --'sUes ---------- -------- ---- -.....-...--- .--- . 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. iii) Be sufficient in size to preserve, protect and enhance resources. iv) Include high quality' resources that merit preservation. v) Protect significant resources that would otherwise be negatively affected by development or negligence. Draft Copy - December, 1999 Page 4 of 9 II II II II II II II II II II II II II II I - , " II I ! . J - J I I I I I I , I , I , I , I , I , . I , I . , . I " I " I " I . I " @ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight b) Recreational Park Land: The City of Andover will select recreational parkland sites that adhere to the following: i) Be oriented towards particular resources, such as lakes, rivers and other unique features. ii) Be sufficient in size to allow the user to experience the resource while engaging in compatible recreation without degrading the' resource or the visitor experience. Hi) Provide complementary recreation 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. 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. Hi) Preserve unique or significant landscape features, including geographical, historical and archaeological. 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 by not limited to: i) City purchase . Negotiated purchase with willing seller when possible . Eminent domain may be utilized if appropriate Draft Copy - December, 1999 Page 5 of 9 __~_~~.. '~_'____'____'__ _.n. .__ (~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight ii) County or regional funding iii) State purchase iv) Leases v) Easements for use or protection vQ Purchase or transfer of development rights. vii) Assistance and/or cost-sharing with other agencies viii) Donationslbequests/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: _ __...m __ _._ -____...___.._ -.--.- -...- a. . , Maintain and upgrade current park facilities. b. . Assess the need for additional neighborhood parks. Pro",c\e. Wlc::;\f"e pa.ssive. i"fpe nc:..+II.Il"n"e S 0..+ /' c. Upgrade Kelsey Round Lake Park a&-& rogiORSI f3BA(. ~tA cl.. "'$ w~~l...~ 'i""P""If~M~V! of> +., b~tt&' h "'biffi.+- -(;,r ~c::... w','Id.IIf'e. . / /et"'. Gemsidc.r pal""" ill th~ vil.,;illity ofWam l"kF~ and the . _ '^'DE-baRdfill-site:- . d. it: Eliminate unusable parks. e.. -f:" AcCept only lands suitable for park and recreational purposes as fulfillment of the parkland dedication requirements. . Draft Copy - December. 1999 Page 6 of 9 II II II II II II I ~ II - , J , I I I I I I I I I I I , I I r , I , I I I I c I ,- @ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight' /GoaI2. Objectives: a. b. c. d. f. g. Goal 3. . Objectives: Maintain, upgrade and expand community recreational facilities and trail systems to serve all residents of the City. Provide for a balance among active and passive recreational areas and activities. Plan for recreational facilities for all age groups and abilities within the city. Ensure recreational areas are designed and maintained with appropriate lighting, landscaping, parking; and shelter design. Consider standards of the National Recreation and Park Association. Ensure recreational areas are appropriately maintained. 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-:- ;:::> .. b. -&. Implement pinnAce unit devdupllll:ml du~lt::1 concepts where protection nf n;:!tur;:!1 fF!;:!hJrF!~ i~ impnrt;mt to the eoll II I IUI lltyr, and vital-te-eevelopment-desiJ:ability. Site Selection Criteria shall be implemented in determining feasibility of open space sites. G. IMPLEMENTATION Draft Copy - December, 1999' Page 7 of 9 ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight 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. Furthermore, 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 ~ndover 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 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. . Draft Copy - December, 1999 Page 8 of 9 ~ . , . . ~ , - ~ ----..--. --- .~ ~ ~ -- ... -- ... ~ ~ r r r r r r ~ City of Andover Comprehensive Plan - Chapter Eight H. 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WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission CC: FROM: Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator SUBJECT: 5, Consider Joint Meeting with City Council DATE: May 3, 2007 INTRODUCTION This item is in regard to considering scheduling a joint meeting with the City Council. DISCUSSION The joint meeting dates that could be considered to the City Council are as follows: · Thursday, June 7th at 7:00 p.m. · Tuesday, June 12th at 7:00 p.m. ~ · Thursday, June 14th at 7:00 p.m. · Thursday, June 28th at 7:00 p.m. """-iIl'J5JO J -:'-Uft~ 2-/-1t. Note: 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 CIP ACTION REQUESTED The Park & Recreation Commission is recommended to consider a joint meeting with the City Council. Respectfully submitted, ~aC~