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Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting
June 19, 2008
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Resident Forum
3. Approval of Minutes (6/5/08) - 2 sets of minutes (Special meeting and
Work Session meeting)
4. Public Input/2009-2013 Capital Improvement Plan for Parks
5. Consider Non Resident Fees in Regards to Field Usage, cont.
6. Update for Security Light at Crooked Lake Boat Landing, cont.
7. Update of Funding of Irrigation Systems
8. Review Outstanding Items
9. Chair's Report
10.
11.Adjournment
C I T Y o F
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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 J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
SUBJECT: ~ Public Input/2009-2013 Parks Capital Improvement Plan
DATE: June 19,2008
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regard to having a public input session regarding the 2009-2013 Parks
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
DISCUSSION
Attached is the proposed parks CIP and the most current projected fund balance sheet
for your review that was prepared by the Finance Department. As indicated to the
Commission at the last meeting, no projects are proposed for the year 2009 and the
skate park has been moved to the year 2010. As indicated on the projected fund
balanced sheet, a positive fund balance has been created for each of the years 2009-
2013.
Note: As indicated, $25,000 has been budgeted in every year for miscellaneous items.
Also included is a letter from Russ and Carol Schmeichel in regards to the development
of Sophie's Park located in Sophie's South development, which is west of the railroad
tracks and south of Crosstown Boulevard. City staff has suggested to the Schmeichel's
that if they are interested in seeing the park developed sooner rather than later (2011)
that they should attend the upcoming meeting to address the Commission as part of the
public input process in regards to the proposed Parks CIP.
BUDGET IMPACT
Based on the proposed fund balance, which was prepared by the Finance Department,
the fund balance for each of the years 2009-2013 reflects a positive fund balance.
ACTION REQUIRED
The Park & Recreation Commission is requested to consider recommending the 2009-
2013 Parks Capital Improvement Plan as proposed to the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd J. Haas
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June 2008
Re: Andover Issues
We moved to Andover last fall from North Dakota. We purchased a home at 1146 152nd
Ln NW in addition called Sophie's South. We have a couple of questions and concerns
that we would like to bring to your attention. We will stop by City Hall the week of June
16th to discuss these issues with the appropriate person. Thank you for your
consideration of these issues.
We purchased a lot and built a home next to land that is designated to be a city
~ park. We would like to know what the plans are for the park and when it will be
completed. There are many small children in the neighborhood that would benefit
~() ~. greatly from a park. The only egress from our development is onto Crosstown
~ which is a busy road and at timesrlifficult even for an adult to cross safely.
Completion of the park would give the children in our neighborhood a safe place
to play. We know that part of the concern when developing parks in a city
involves maintenance and upkeep. If we could be of volunteer assistance in
maintaining the park we would be more than willing to do so. Russ volunteered
for the Jamestown Park and Recreation department where he built and maintained
over 25 miles of mountain bike and running trails. He is a retired coach and
physical education teacher with over 30 years of experience in the field of
athletics, recreation and health education.
2. We are avid bikers and runners and have noticed how dangerous it is to run or
bike on Crosstown between our neighborhood and Prairie. There is no shoulder
on either side of Crosstown and often there is a runner or biker on both sides. In
the mornings elementary age children are biking or walking on the road until they
reach the bike path. In addition, the speed limit is such that traffic is moving at an
unsafe speed with walkers, joggers, and bikers also trying to use the road. We
would suggest that either the shoulders be widen or the traffic speed be reduced or
both, in the interest of safety of the residents living in this area.
3. When we moved into our home we noticed a junk: pile of old appliances that
apparently was bulldozed, behind the area that is to be the park, onto land that is
not part of Sophie's South. It is not very noticeable from the road but is very
visible from our dining room window. Of course, once the park is developed this
would be a safety concern for young children. We contacted our builder and he
indicated it was the responsibility of the developer. Who is responsible to have
these old appliances removed?
Sincerely,
Russ and Carol Schmeichel
1146 152nd LN NW
Andover, Mn 55304
763-208-8876
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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 and Recreation Commission
From: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
Subject: 5. Consider Non Resident Fee in Regards to Field Usage, cont.
Date: June 19, 2008
INTRODUCTION
This item is in regards to continue discussing the non-resident fee for the use of
the City of Andover park facilities.
DISCUSSION
As you may recall, this item was tabled by the Commission from the last meeting
to allow city staff to give a recommendation as to what the fee should be for non-
residents. After discussion with Jim Dickinson, City Administrator, it is our
opinion that since this is a policy question, the Commission really needs to
determine their thoughts on what the recommended fee should be for non-
residents. Please bring your last packet of June 5th which has all the in the
back up information that was provided to each of the Commissioners that
may help in making your recommendation.
,
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to consider a non-resident
fee for the use of the City of Andover park facilities.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd J. Haas
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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 and Recreation Commission
From: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director
Subject: 6:. Update for Security Light at Crooked Lake Boat Landing, cont.
Date: June 19, 2008
INTRODUCTION
As you know, this item was tabled from the last meeting to allow city staff to
discuss other possible funding sources to pay for the security light at the Crooked
Lake Boat Landing.
DISCUSSION
Staff did have a discussion with Jim Dickinson, Finance Director, about other
possible funding sources. At this point, there are no other available funding
sources available, therefore the Commission will need to decide to use the 2008
park miscellaneous funds or not do anything at this point.
Keep in mind that if the Commission does decide to move forward with a security
light that the fee to do so will be higher since the credit for 1 free security light
was applied to Prairie Knoll Park security lights.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Park Commission is requested to consider to move forward or not with the
installation of a security light.
Respectfully submitted,
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C I '1' Y o F
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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 J. Haas, Asst. Public Works Director
SUBJECT: 7. Update of Funding of Irrigation Wells/07-38
DATE: June 19, 2008
INTRODUCTION
This item is an update regarding the funding of irrigation wells.
DISCUSSION
Attached is an item that was presented to the Park and Recreation Commission back
on January Srd, 2008. It is still the position of the City Administrator that new well
improvements that do not have a well available or have not connected to the city water
system will most likely have to be funded through park dedication funds.
Note: this may be an item that the Commission may want to talk to the City Council at
the joint meeting in July.
ACTION REQUIRED
No action is necessary. Just keep in mind when preparing the Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) for parks each year, you may want to consider putting a new well in some of
the parks if the Commission's goal is to try to irrigate some of the parks that have
playing fields.
Respectfully submitted,
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Todd J. Haas
C I T Y o F
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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 J. Haas, Asst. Public Works Director
SUBJECT: 9. Discuss Irrigation Well Feasibility Study/O7-38
DATE: JanLJary 3, 2008
INTRODUCTION
This item is in. regards to the Irrigation Well Feasibility Study, Project #07-38, that was
prepared this past qctober by SEH (engineering consultant that was hired by the City to
prepare the study).
DISCUSSION
A copy of the study was provided to each of the Commissioners in their last packet of
December 6, 2007. Please review the study. Note: If you have misplaced the study,
let me know and we can get you another copy.
At this point in talking with Jim Dickinson, City Administrator, it appears that the first
thing that needs to be done is to construct a well at Sunshine Park. This will likely be
funded by maintenance and operations but for the most part all other parks that do not
have or are not connected to city water will be most likely have to be funded through
park dedication funds.
ACTION REQUIRED
No action is necessary. Just keep in mind when preparing the Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) for parks each year, you may want to consider putting a new well in some of
the parks if the Commission's goal is to try to irrigate some of the parks that have
playing fields.
Respectfully submitted,
T~~
C I 'I' y 0 F
NDOVE
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 J. Haas, Asst. Public Works Director ~
SUBJECT: 8:, Review Outstanding Items
DATE: June 19, 2008
Issues list as of 6/17/08
COMPLETED PROJECTS-
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ON-GOING PROJECTS -
. Develoo Site Plans for all existing parks which indicates the facilities available. (On-Going).
. Andover Station North Ball Field Facility (orooertv south of the old landfill) - There are some
items that still need to be done including getting the building sprinkled and the bathrooms which is a
must before the public can use the building. The city staff/building department did meet and it
sounds as if it will very difficult to finish the lower level unless some funds are made available to the
Andover Baseball Association. Jim Dickinson, City Administrator, will be discussing the status of
completing at least the first floor of the new building and funding with the City Council in the very
near future. The playground equipment area is now completed. If you get a chance, stop by the site
to see for yourself how things are looking.
. Uodate of Park Dedication Imorovement Fund QuarterlY Reoort - Next quarterly report is due in
July.
. Uodate of QuarterlY Sheriff's Deoartment Reoort on Park Patrol & Vandalism - Next quarterly
report is due in July.
. Woodland Crossina Park - The playground equipment has been delivered. The grade work is
pretty much done and the equipment is going in this week. As you may recall, the structure is
designed for 2-12 year olds.
. Comorehensive Plan (Park & Ooen Soace Chaoter) - Nothing new to report. The City Council
reviewed the final draft this past February 61n for all the various chapters of the plan including the
parks chapter. The Planning Department has sent out the draft plan to the surrounding
communities and other governmental agencies for their review and comments. These various
agencies will have up to 6 months to review the plan.
. Sunshine Park Irriaation Well - If you have not been by the park recently, the well driller has been
to the park developing the well which is located on the west side of the ball fields just to the north of
the existing west parking lot. They have recently been test pumping the well but we have not heard
of the results to see if there were any effects on other existing wells in the area. If all goes well, the
irrigation system will be connected to the new well in the very near future. Any questions regarding
this, feel free to contact Dave Berkowitz, City Engineer, at 763-767-5133.
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ON-HOLD PROJECTS - None at this time.
TASK FORCE UPDA TES -
. Skateboard Task Force - Hupp/Kowalewski
Commissioners Hupp and Kowalewski will lead the discussion and give an update as to where they are at
with the skate park and the donation situation. The Commissioners will also give an update as to how the
American Ramp Company skate park demonstration went which was planned for Tuesday night of this
week.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST -
. User fees -Item is on the agenda.
. Uodate of City Council/Park Commission Joint Meetine: - Jim Dickinson, City Administrator, is
talking with the City Council about having a joint meeting which most likely will be planned in mid
July (most likely Tuesday, July 22nd which is a work shop for the City Council anyways). Two items
that are most likely to be discussed with the City Council is the 2009-2013 Parks CIP and the
consideration of the non-resident fee. If you would like to discuss other items with the Council,
please let me know at the meeting.
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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