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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 18, 1993 :] o ~J ~ o o CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (612) 755-5100 Park and Recreation Commission Meeting March 18, 1993 1. Call to Order 2. Residents Forum 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Kadlec Estates Preliminary plat park Dedication 5. Pheasant Glen preliminary plat park Dedication 6. Adopt-A-park 7. 8. Chairman's Report 9. Adjournment 7:30 P.M. G) o ~ ~ o ~ ~ I I 1CJ3 o ~ CITY of ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - MARCH 18, 1993 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Jeff Kieffer on March 18, 1993, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Tom Anderson, Mike Auger, Darrell DeLarco, Jim Lindahlr David Woods Roger Paulson Assistant City Engineer, Todd Haas Public Worksr Kevin Starr Others Commissioner absent: Also present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 18, 1993: Correct as written. MOTION by Lindahl, Seconded by Woods, to approve the Minutes from February 18, 1993, as written. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, (Andersonr DeLarco, Lindahlr Woods), 2-present (Kieffer, Auger), I-Absent (Paulson) vote. KADLEC ESTATES PRELIMINARY PLAT PARK DEDICATION It was the consensus of the Commission to take cash in lieu of land for this development. MOTION by Anderson, Seconded by Woods, that we take cash in lieu of land for park dedication for Kadlec Estates. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, 1- Absent (Paulson) vote. PHEASANT GLEN PRELIMINARY PLAT PARK DEDICATION MOTION by Anderson, Seconded by Woods, that we take cash in lieu of land for park dedication for Pheasant Glen. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, 1- Absent (Paulson) vote. ADOPT-A-PARK The Commission reviewed the Adopt-A-Park Agreement. It was agreed that a sign will be put up in each park to indicate which individuals or groups have adopted the park. Those signs will be installed shortly after the Agreement is approved by the City. Mr. Starr stated the easiest to install would be the standard green and white metal ones from the county, which can be placed right under the wooden park name signs on the same post. He will have some prices on different sizes and designs for the next Commission meeting. \ '. ) ~.) " Regular Andover Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 18, 1993 Page 2 / (Adopt-A-Park, continued) The Commission asked that the Attorney review the Agreement prior to City Council action. MOTION by Woods, Seconded by Anderson, that upon approval of the City Attorney that we recommend the Adopt-A-Park program to the City Council. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, I-Absent (Paulson) vote. Chairperson Kieffer stated the River Raiders 4-H Club has contacted him wishing to adopt the Strootman Park again. They are asking what more they can do in the park. Last year they planted quite a few trees, though many of them died. He saw the problem of putting wood chips around the trees when they are first planted, because the chips absorb all the nitrogen from the soil. At this time, the Commission has no specific ideas as to what other work can be done in that park OTHER BUSINESS Resurfacing of ball fields - Mr. Starr stated Staff will be resurfacing some of soccer and ball fields this summer. Many fields never had a thick turf growing. He is getting a bid to get rid of the weeds, take off the tOPr and start fresh with a different seed mixture. He will present those costs to the Commission when he receives them. 1 J In the discussion, the Commission agreed it would be desirable to start a program of field restoration on a rotation basis to keep them in good condition. There was also some discussion on the suggestion of requiring the developers to install good top soil in the park as a part of the development. Mr. Haas explained the developers have been grading the parks according to the grading plan and using salvage top soil. He cautioned that by law, not more then 10 percent of the land value can be required for park dedication. A consideration may be taking 8 percent in land and the remaining percentage in grading and top soil. For the next meeting the Commission asked for a copy of the specifications given to developers regarding the grading and placing of top soil in the parks. City Hall Park Complex #2 Update - Chairperson Kieffer reported the Andover Recreational Development Association is beginning its fundraising activities for the next City Hall park complex. The building materials have already been donated, and possibly the plumbing as well. They are looking into the costs of lighting and irrigation. It was his recommendation that the funding for the equipment needed for the irrigation system corne from the Park Dedication fund. It is estimated to cost about $50,000 and would be installed by the Army Reserve. The Commission agreed. \ j Chairperson Kieffer stated the proposal for a domed soccer field is no longer being considered at this time, though it is feasible to do some time in the future. There has been no further word on the proposal for the building and batting cage operation. .J \ j Regular Andover Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 18, 1993 Page 3 " ) (Other Business, Continued) Park Dedication Fund - Chairperson Kieffer expressed concern that they are not being made aware of expenditures being taken from the Park Dedication fund, referencing the Minutes of the City Council which indicate the Council agreed to using those funds to pay the SAC fees and soil testing in the new park complex. He asked that the Commission be informed of those types of decisions so they are aware of other expenditures from that fund. Park Budget - The Commission asked about the monthly budget report they are supposed to receive. Mr. Haas stated the Finance Department has been very busy with the Auditor. He will have a report next month. Mr. Starr stated he now keeps track of all expenses on the computer, so he will have exact figures on the budget at all times. MOTION by DeLarco, Seconded by Anderson, to adjourn. Motion carried on a 6-Yes, l-Absent (Paulson) vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m. " Respectfully submitted, ~eh~J- Recording Secretary