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CITY of ANDOVER
Parks and Recreation Commission
October 18, 1990
1. Call to Order
2. Residents Forum
3. Approval of Minutes
4. Begin Process/Comp Plan
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6. Chairman's Report
7. Adjournment
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CITY of ANDOVER
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
October 18, 1990
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation
Commission was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairperson Jeff Kieffer on
Thursday, October 18, 1990 at the Andover City Hall Offices, 1685 Crosstown
Blvd., Andover, MN.
Commissioners Present:
Chairperson Kieffer, Darrell DeLarco,
Tom Anderson, David Woods, Jim Lindahl,
Marc McMullen
Commissioners Absent:
William Mamlock
Others Present:
Todd Haas
RESIDENTS FORUM
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion made by Anderson, seconded by McMullen, to approve the minutes of
the October 04, 1990 Park and Recreation Commission meeting. Passed
unanimously.
BEGIN PROCESS/COMP PLAN
The Park and Recreation Commission began the process of reviewing the
Comprehensive Plan for the Park System within the City of Andover.
The commissioners examined a recent survey of Andover parks taken from a
random sampling of residents. Walking, biking and cross country skiing trails
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appeared to be a priority, while snowmobile trails and horses (rented) were
low. Several commissioners expressed reservations concerning the accuracy
of the survey. Commissioner Lindahl thought that perhaps some residents did
not interpret areas like the Andover City Hall complex to be parks.
Commissioner DeLarco was concerned with the low response polled and
questioned whether 1 1/2 per cent of the Andover population represented an
accurate survey. Commissioner McMullen felt, however, that the survey was
scientifically designed and that the committee that worked on the master plan
along with paid consultants, had agreed on the number of people polled for the
survey. The commissioners requested that Todd Haas locate the results of a
poll taken in 1985 to compare with the present one. A consensus concerning
the current survey was that residents were not dissatisfied with park
development. Chairperson Kieffer suggested that all commissioners review the
master plan.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
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Chairperson Kieffer had discussed with Howard Koolick, financial manager, the
possibility of purchasing GAME TIME playground equipment for Fox Meadows
and Oak Bluff (a potential savings of 25 per cent) budgeted at $7,000 each for
1991. Mr. Koolick verbally approved the feasibility of financing the purchase
with 1990 park dedication funds, but replacing funds by transferring budget
allowance of 1991, delivery requested January 1, 1991 or later. Chairperson
Kieffer will again speak with Mr. Koolick and possibly have Frank Stone call
GAME TIME to inquire about financing the purchase. Because of a November
30th sale deadline, this item will be entertained on the next agenda.
Chairperson Kieffer reported that Matt Hoefer, Scout, was erecting trail signs in
Kelsey/Round Lake Park. Commissioner Anderson located August 03, 1990
minutes in which a representative sketched Eagle Scout projects. Chairperson
Kieffer stated that Scouts generally received donations from businesses to
finance their projects.
Chairperson Kieffer requested that the 1991 budget be on the next agenda.
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The commissioners reiterated that coaching standards should be determined
by the city to insure that athletic associations incorporate proper coaching
techniques. Commissioner McMullen thought the policy would be unfeasible
because volunteers staff the associations. Commissioner DeLarco suggested
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having a park board representative on the Andover Athletic Association board.
Although the city furnishes facilities, there is little communication regarding
AM policies nor is AM accountable to the city. Commissioner McMullen
proposed that a liaison representing the AM attend park board meetings when
items warrant input.
The commission requested that Todd Haas attend the "coach's training" class
offered through the National Standards for Youth Sports Coaches Association
(September 06, 1990) in order to give the board feedback. He also hoped to
meet with the athletic associations to present this information and acquire an
overview of their programs.
Motion by DeLarco, seconded by Anderson to adjourn the meeting at 9:12
p.m. Passed unanimously.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Karen Plummer, Recording Secretary
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