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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 17, 1994 ~J o . '\ . -----J '(j\ () () CITY of ANDOVER Park and Recreation Commission Meeting February 17, 1994 7:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Residents Forum 3. Approval of Minutes 4. woodland Pond 2nd Addition Sketch Plan 5. Langfeld Addition Sketch Plan 6. Jed Larson Sketch plan 7. Recommend to Proceed with Consultant/Kelsey Round Lake Park 8 . 9. Chairman's Report 8. Adjournment 0) CJ u ~ 311/1q~ () ~ CITY of ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - FEBRUARY 17, 1994 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Darrell DeLarco on February 17, 1994, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Tom Anderson, Dave Erickson, Jeff Kieffer, Dave O'Toole, Roger Paulson Jim Lindahl Assistant City Engineer, Todd Haas Others Commissioner absent: Also present: RESIDENT FORUM ,:) Chuck Schmidt, Andover Baseball - requested on behalf of the Andover Baseball Association and the Andover Athletic Association that the Park Board consider the purchase of removable magnetic bases for the four fields at the City Hall complex. This would allow them to lengthen the bases from 65 to 70 feet to hold tournaments. The Associations would pick up the costs over what the Park Board has already budgeted for bases, so it would not cost the City any more. The permanent bases have also become a safety issue. There was some discussion on the item, with the Commission generally in favor of expanding the usage of the fields if possible. They suggested the Associations research the State rules for using removal magnetic bases and the cost difference between the permanent bases now used and the removable magnetic bases. With that would come the need for lock boxes and the problem of who would keep the keYr though no decision was made at this time. Mr. Haas was also asked to check with the City Attorney on the liability issue of those types of bases. Mr. Schmidt - asked the status of the Field of Dreams project. He felt it would be nice if people could see something being done on it to show the project is moving forward. In addition, the Baseball Association is running into a capacity problem. The Commission noted they were waiting until the school district made its decision on the location of new schools. The intent is to have the land graded this summer. Mr. Haas stated he will solicit quotes for the preparation of plans and specifications; then the project will be put out for bids in April. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ~) January 20, 1994: Correct as written. MOTION by 0' Toole, Seconded by Kieffer, to approve the Minutes of January 20. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, 1-Absent (Lindahl) vote. / \ , " _/ , , \.J Andover Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - February 17, 1994 Page 2 ) RESIDENT FORUM, CONTINUED Rick Sandeen - asked about the progress of lighting the fields at the City Hall site. He noted the quotes from Musco were double the cost of what he felt is needed for those fields. He asked who makes the determination of what type of lighting will be used, stating the cost of the project and type of lighting will be determined by the person writing the specs. He also expressed frustration that this is being done so late when they brought the issue to the Park Board several months ago. The concern is that the lights be in place for this playing season. The Commission and Mr. Haas noted the City Council authorized going out for quotes to have the plans and specifications drawn up. The plans and specs should be written for the candle power needed, not for a specific manufacturer. The intent is that there would be community involvement in the installation. The Park Board had also decided the lights would be up permanently, even after the Field of Dreams is constructed, feeling the need will continue to grow. After further discussion with Mr. Sandeen over his concerns that the project be done as economically as possible, it was agreed that Mr. Sandeen will consult with Mr. Haas on the plans and specifications as they are being done. ~J LANGFELD ADDITION SKETCH PLAN Because the proposed development consists of six lots of at least 2 1/2 acres each, the Park and Recreation Commission agreed to accept cash in lieu of land for park dedication. JED LARSON SKETCH PLAN Because of the small plat in the rural area, the Commission agreed to accept cash in lieu of land for park dedication. WOODLAND POND 2ND ADDITION SKETCH PLAN The Commission noted it is a small plat, and Rose Park is located to the south. It was agreed to accept cash in lieu of land for park dedication. RECOMMEND TO PROCEED WITH CONSULTANT/KELSEY ROUND LAKE PARK Mr. Haas reported the grant for Kelsey Round Lake Park has been approved and signed by all parties. The City now has two years to complete the grant. In bidding the project, he suggested an alternate be asked for to blacktop the main trail to determine costs. He recommended the \ Commission ask the Council to proceed with obtaining quotes to prepare ) the plans and specifications. MOTION by Kieffer, Seconded by Paulson, to so move. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, 1-Absent (Lindahl) vote. , '\ . ) '-J .~) Andover Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - February 17, 1994 Page 3 FIELD OF DREAMS UPDATE The Commission agreed to have plans and specifications completed and the project bid for the grading of the Field of Dreams park project just south of City Hall so that grading could be completed this summer. Mr. Haas noted the county was going to acquire the houses between the City property and the county road, but he did not know the status of that process. He agreed to check with the county further. He will also ask the Council to address the sewer issue through that property. Mr. Haas thought he would ask TKDA to finalize the grading plans and bring the Commission's recommendation to the Council to proceed with bidding the project. The Commission agreed. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Commissioner O'Toole reported he was told the ice rinks will close on February 28. The Commission noted the receipt of the Park Dedication Fund Status Report. Mr. Haas stated he and Public Works personnel will review the needs and requests for park expenditures for 1994 and bring those recommendations to the next meeting for the Commission's consideration. The Commission noted the requests made by residents over the past few months, feeling those should be included in the budget. The Commission asked that the bridge over Coon Creek located east of Hanson Boulevard be inspected prior to the final plat of that proposed development. If the decision is the City does not want it, the developer should remove the bridge. Chairperson DeLarco noted an application provided by Staff for a DNR grant. He concurred with Mr. Haas' recommendation that the City not apply. The Commission agreed. MOTION by Anderson, Seconded by Paulson, to adjourn. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, I-Absent (Lindahl) vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, , c-~--;, l "\f\~L- C~ '-~i~/ ~~r~~a A. Peach \ Recording Secretary , J