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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 15, 1997 o u o u () CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.w. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - MAY 15, 1997 MINUTES A Regular Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Dave O'Toole on May 15, 1997, 8:32 p.m.; at The Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Tom Anderson, Brian Barringer, Dave Blackstad, Al Grabowski,Jeff Kieffer Jim Lindahl Park Coordinator, Todd Haas Others Commissioner absent: Also present: RESIDENT FORUM Brian Kraable. reoresentinq Anoka Junior Soccer - asked for the use of the three soccer fields at Sunshine Park for about four weeks for training. They are bringing in some trainers from England and would like to use the fields Monday through Thursday from 1 to 4: 30 or 5 o'clock. The fields would only be used for training stations and not used continuously. They would not be playing games. The Commission agreed to allow the use but was concerned with the overuse and wear on the fields. It was suggested that the other two soccer associations be contacted to be sure there is no conflict, and that the Anoka Junior Soccer club should check with the Community School to see of the fields at Oak View Middle School could be used for the third week to avoid overuse of the fields at Sunshine Park. The Commission also asked that the time be limited to 1 o'clock to 4:30 p.m. to avoid any conflicts with evening games. APPROVAL OF MINUTES May I, 1997, Regular Meeting: Correct as written. MOTION by Anderson, Seconded by Barringer, to approve the Minutes as written. Motion carried on a 3-Yes (O'Toole, Anderson, Barringer), 3- Present (Blackstad, Grabowski, Kieffer), 1-Absent (Lindahl) vote. TIMBER RIVER ESTATES PARK, DISCUSSION Mr. Haas stated the Commission had asked to reconsider the field use at the park being developed in Timber River Estates. A softball field is being proposed, but there is a need for soccer fields in the City. The Commission generally agreed that a soccer field would be more beneficial , / \, ) \'J Regular Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - May 15, 1997 ') Page 2 \, .I (Timber River Estates Park, Discussion, Continued) to meet the needs of the soccer associations. Mr. Haas stated he will talk with the developer to try to develop a large sized field so it can be used for either the older groups or divided and used by the younger age groups. MOTION by Blackstad, Seconded by Grabowski, to install a soccer field at the park in Timber River Estates. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, 1-Absent (Lindahl) vote. HIDDEN CREEK NORTH PARK, DISCUSSION Mr. Haas noted the request from Mark Augustson, 13692 Yukon Street NW, for a fence at the ball field of Hidden Creek North park to prevent foul balls from ending up in the back yards of the neighbors. Commissioner Grabowski felt that unless the fence had d overhang, it would not prevent the foul balls from ending up in those back yards. Possibly the location of home plate needs to be reconsidered. A fence would also be a liability if people would climb over it to retrieve the balls from private property. He noted that at the Oak View Middle School, the back stop fence is extended to the players bench, which is very effective. Mr. Haas stated that could be looked at. / The Commission agreed to look at funding in the 1998 capital improvements budget for some fencing for this field in an attempt to alleviate the problem. Mr. Haas stated he will inform the property owners of the Commission's intent to help them next year. Commissioner Kieffer wondered if some players' benches could be installed at the elementary school fields. With no benches, it is very difficult to control the players. The Commission suggested Staff work with the school district, possibly by providing or building the benches if the school district would install them. Mr. Haas stated he will talk with the principal. DISCUSS WELL #6/PROJECT 95-12 Chairperson O'Toole summarized the discussions with the City Council earlier this evening. The intent is to try to irrigate the fields at Sunshine Park from the new Well #6, bypassing the municipal treatment system. Mr. Haas stated Staff will be bringing the site plan to the Commission for review. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT , Pets at Sunshine Park: Commissioner Grabowski reported on the problem , \, / of pets being allowed on the fields. He was concerned with the clean up, which isn't being done, and the liability. When he runs a tournament, animals are forbidden because of the congestion and liability issues. He asked that the park be posted to keep pets out of , , ) '-J Regular Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - May 15, 1997 Page 3 ) (Chairperson's Report, Continued) the complex. The Commission agreed there is no reason for animals to ever be inside of the field complex. It was suggested that signs be installed that there be no pets inside of the fenced fields and that no golfing is allowed. Possibly a set of rules can be posted at the entrance of the park, with small signs located on the fences themselves stating "No Pets". Mr. Haas stated he will review the ordinance and talk with the Parks Department about the signing. Purchase of a miniature dump truck - Commissioner Grabowski stated he has talked with Kevin Starr, Parks Department, about the need for a miniature dump truck to service the City Hall park complex. It is estimated to cost $5,000. The softball, baseball and soccer associations are being asked for a donation toward that purchase. The hope is to donate one-half the cost, with the City paying for the other half. Mr. Haas stated that purchase can be put in the 1998 budget. MOTION by Anderson, Seconded by Blackstad, to adjourn. on a 6-Yes, 1-Absent (Lindahl) vote. Motion carried The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. / Respectfully submitted, ~~~d Recording Secretary \ '. )