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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 1, 2001 C) o o o o CITY of ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING -NOVEMBER 1, 2001 MINUTES . The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Valerie Holthus on November 1, 2001, 7:01 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Chairperson Valerie Holthus, Commissioners Al Grabowski, Chris English, Paul Anderson, Jim Lindahl, Chris DeLaForest and Dave Blackstad. Commissioners absent: There were none. Also present: Parks Coordinator, Todd Haas Finance Director, Jim Dickinson Others RESIDENTS FORUM There was none. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by English, seconded by Grabowski, to approve the October 18,2001 minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Blackstad) vote. DISCUSS 5 YEAR CIP FOR PARKS & TRAILS/2002-2006, CONT. Chairperson Holthus explained that the Park & Recreation Commission is requested to continue discussing the improvement projects for the 5 Year CIP. She mentioned that it may be necessary to schedule a separate Commission workshop meeting to discuss just the 5 Year CIP. . Commissioner Grabowski stated that the outcome will depend on the input received from the survey. Commissioner Blackstad arrived at 7:04 p.m. '. Regular Andover Park & R~c2ation Commission Meeting Minutes - November I, 2001 Page 2 () , ') '-~ Motion by Grabowski, seconded by Blackstad, to approve scheduling a workshop for the Park and Recreation Commission to discuss the 5 Year CIP. Further Discussion Commissioner Anderson questioned when the City Council plans to meet with the Commission to discuss the 5 Year CIP. Commissioner Blackstad stated that it most likely will be sometime in November. Motion carried on a 7-ayes, O-nays, O-absent vote. Commissioner English suggested the special work session take place during the regular scheduled Park meeting on November 15th. Chairperson Holthus stated that it probably wouldn't work to have the special work session instead of the regular meeting. Chairperson Holthus suggested the work session take place on Wednesday, November 14th at 6:00 p.m. The Commission agreed. Commissioner Blackstad suggested either Frank Stone or Kevin Starr also attend the meeting. :) UPDATE OF BMX BIKE FACILITYIINSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Chairperson Holthus explained that included in the packet is information from Berkley Risk Services, Inc. that has been sent to other municipalities that were considering this type of facility. She encouraged the Commission to review the material. Commissioner Blackstad stated that it would be great to explore the possibility at some point. Commissioner English stated that when he brought up the idea he wasn't thinking of a BMX track, but instead something less dangerous. He questioned if the league has a standard letter regarding this issue. Mr. Haas agreed to research it. REVIEW ISSUES LIST Mr. Haas reviewed the items on the issues list. o Commissioner Blackstad reported on the recent meeting with the sheriff regarding the quarterly report on park patrol and vandalism. He stated that it was a very good meeting, where concerns were addressed. He stated that the sheriffs department is going to try and code some of the vandalism calls in the computer. He also mentioned that the park staff is going to add on to their bi-weekly report on whether or not there has been any vandalism. Regular Andover Park & Dation Commission Meeting Minutes-November 1,2001 Page 3 o , ) ,--->" Commissioner Blackstad gave a report on the Ice Arena Task Force. He stated that they discussed the possibilities of other sites, however conversations continue with the county regarding the original site. Commissioner Blackstad stated that the Skateboard Task Force is scheduled to meet on November 15th. Chairperson Holthus stated that there is meeting scheduled for November 12th at 7:00 p.m. to meet with the Crooked Lake Elementary School regarding the hockey rink. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Chairperson Holthus questioned if anyone had any ideas on what to do for the next newsletter article. Commissioner Blackstad suggested doing an article on cross-country skiing at Kelsey Round Lake Park. Commissioner Grabowski questioned if the key problems have been worked out with the Sunshine Park Building. Mr. Haas stated that Mr. Stone is working on the problem. , "- '-J Commissioner Grabowski stated that Commissioner DeLaForest and himself attended the open house for the archery facility at Bunker Hills Regional Park. He stated that the facility is beautiful. He extended a big thanks to Community Development Director Dave Carlberg for all his work with the City. He wished Mr. Carlberg well on his new adventure to St. Cloud. Commissioner Lindahl questioned if developers are held responsible for the trees that don't make it. Mr. Haas stated that the City does have a contract with the developer's that they are responsible for replacing all diseased and dead trees. Mr. Haas stated that there is approximately $31,000 of CDBG money left over from past budgets. He stated that the money can be used on parks with certain requirements. He stated that after meeting with Mr. Stone staff is recommending the money go towards Terrace Park and Prairie Knoll Park. Chairperson Holthus questioned the reasons staff is recommending Prairie Knoll and Terrace Parks. Mr. Haas explained that there are age and ADA requirements that must be followed. The Commission agreed to use the CDBG money for Terrace and Prairie Knoll Parks. ADJOURNMENT ,:) Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Blackstad, to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Motion carried on a 7-ayes, a-nays, a-absent vote. Respectfully Submitted, Regular Andover Park & RC2ation Commission Meeting Minutes - November 1, 2001 Page 4 () Sara Beck, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. '.J '. i '-"