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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 20, 2007 ~~ . iO-\?-o7 Wld1<..J1 0 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING -SEPTEMBER 20, 2007 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order byChair Masloski on September 20,2007,8:51 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Chair Dan Masloski, Jeremy Boyer, Ted Butler, Bill Hupp, Peggy Scott, and Tony Kowalewski Commissioners Absent: Jim Lindahl Also Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas RESIDENTS FORUM 0 There were no comments at this time. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Butler, seconded by Scott, to approve the September 6, 2007 Park Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindahl) vote. UPDATE OF SCOREBOARD AT PRAIRIE KNOLL PARKl06-39 Mr. Haas stated that the Andover Football Association had two controllers for their own use, and would be purchasing two more to be kept at City Hall. He inquired if the Board was interested in helping pay for the controllers. Chair Masloski stated he believed it should be considered a donation to the City. Commissioner Hupp added that it was part of their requirements. Commissioner Kowalewski agreed that it was his understanding that they would donate them, so it should have been anticipated. They could approach North Metro Soccer Association to see if they would interested in helping to pay for them. Mr. Haas mentioned it would be better if football approached the soccer association. 0 Commissioner Kowalewski noted that Lacrosse could be approached as well. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - September 20, 2007 0 Page 2 Chair Masloski stated that it was agreed that it would be a donation to the City. Commissioner Kowalewski noted that they would check the controllers out from the City. Chair Masloski directed Mr. Haas to state the Park Commission was not in favor of contributing toward the cost ofthe controllers. CONSIDER SECURITY LIGHT AT CHESTERTON COMMONS PARK Mr. Haas stated the price on the light was between $1,700 and $1,800. There was a stake at the park denoting its location. The money was available from the 2007 miscellaneous park dedication fund. Commissioner Kowalewski inquired the amount of candle lights it would provide. Mr. Haas responded that it would provide 100 watts, which was the same as the other lights already in the neighborhood. Motion by Boyer, seconded by Kowalewski, to approve the installation of a light not to exceed $1700. 0 Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindahl) vote. REVIEW OF JOINT MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL Chair Masloski stated the Commission did a good job interjecting their thoughts, the more they discuss with the Council the better. CHAIR'S REPORT Commissioner Kowalewski stated that Tom Anderson Trail had some areas requiring repair. In addition, there was a huge turnout recently at the Andover/ Anoka high school football game. Chair Masloski noted they needed more bleachers at the high school. He mentioned that the school district might approach the Commission requesting financial assistance toward the purchase of additional bleachers. Commissioner Kowalewski agreed it was a valid need, especially on the visitor's side of the field. . Commissioner Scott questioned how they could ask the City to help when it was a school stadium. Chair Masloski stated his vision was to work toward a park bond referendum and a City 0 run Park and Recreation Department. Mr. Haas noted that it would shift payment to the present taxpayers and away from user fees. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - September 20, 2007 0 Page 3 Commissioner Kowalewski inquired about the City's funding for trails. Mr. Haas answered that it was part ofthe trail fund that is collected from new developments. Commissioner Kowalewski inquired about the noise level at Andover Station North. Mr. Haas responded that the City does have ability to meter the noise at the location to determine if there is a code violation. If a wall were required along Hanson Boulevard, it would have to go through the Anoka County Highway Department. Commissioner Boyer inquired if there would be any City meetings concerning construction of new trails for next year. Mr. Haas answered that there was nothing planned for the next year due to the lack of funds that are available. He then described the current status of the trail funds. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Scott, seconded by Masloski, to adjourn the meeting at 9: 1 0 p.m. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindahl) vote. Respectfully Submitted, 0 Brigette Blesi, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 0