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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 20, 1989 .' I o r " i '~-) ,- ) \ . ~j CA.,'" . "'c~. 0...... "." '",';';!' -;' ","", .L o l) CITY of ANDOVER REGULAR PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - AGENDA July 20, 1989 8:00 P.M. 1. Call To Order 2. Residents Forum 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Strootman Park Sign Discussion 5. Kirby Estates - Scheduling of Inspection 6. Recommend Applicants for Park Commission Vacancies 7. Bent Creek Estates - Receive Bids 8 . 9. Adjournment '0 .~ .~ tr7\\' '...1'\ u u CITY of ANDOVER Revised Park Commission Interviews 7:00 P.M. Darrell Delarco 7:10 P.M. Shannon Pearson 7:20 P.M. Robert Rankila 7:30 P.M. Paul Stratman 7:40 P.M. Steven Kubista 7:50 P.M. David Woods ) ,) \ ) /--" \.J u On July 20, 1989 the Andover Park and Recreation Commission Board met at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall boardroom to interview applicants for the Park Board Commission. Commissioners Present: Chairman Marc McMullen, Tom Anderson, Jeff Kieffer, Jim Lindahl, William Mamlock Interviews were scheduled at ten minute intervals per the following schedule: 7:00 P.M. Darrell Delarco 7:10 P.M. Shannon Pearson 7:20 P.M. Robert Rankila 7:30 P.M. Paul Stratman 7:40 P.M. Steven Kubista 7:50 P.M. David Woods Chairman McMullen relayed to commissioners that City Council requested Park and Recreation Commission submit a list ranking park board applicants in order of recommendation. Commission members decided to list top four applicants. Following is a synopsis of each applicant's interview. Darrell Delarco - Mr. Delarco was asked "If you had a main objective for the Park and Recreation Commission, what would it be?" Mr. Delarco replied he would strive for community involvement. He states that active community involvement makes a strong impact on new residents. He feels the children of our community are most important and their needs cannot be neglected. Mr. Delarco added he is a six year resident of the city. He has been involved with park boards for nine years; most recently with the Anoka parks for five years. Prior to his Anoka parks experience, he worked four years with Maple Grove parks. Chairman McMullen asked Mr. Delarco what he felt he could offer as a member of the park board. Mr. Delarco stressed his related experience and his financial background would be assets to the board. He also said he likes to take a chance on something that hasn't been tried, and he is a very organized person. Mr. Lindahl asked Mr. Delarco if he felt he are made concerning his neighborhood park. no problem with objectivity. He states the picture and use good business sense. could be objective when decisions Mr. Delarco answered that he has board has to look at the whole cont'd.. . Park Page \ \. ~ and Recreation commission Two Board Interviews \ U ) Shannon Pearson - Jim Lindahl asked Ms. Pearson if she was aware of past and present development trends in Andover. Ms. Pearson answered that while she is not well versed with Andover parks, she is currently gaining parks experience in the City of St. Paul. Her duties as an intern with St. Paul Parks Department include writing press releases, coordinating events and recruiting volunteers. She added she is a recent graduate of St. Cloud University. Chairman McMullen asked Ms. Pearson what she felt she could offer as a member of the park board. Ms. Pearson stated she is a creative person who would offer new ideas. She has lived in Andover since 1976. William Mamlock asked Ms. Pearson in what areas she feels Andover park system is lacking. Ms. Pearson believes parks are not adequately maintained. Paul Stratman was asked by Chairman McMullen what he felt he could offer as a member of the park board. Mr. Stratman replied he has mechanical abilities and past experience in land surveying. He stated he has genuine interest in the community. It is important to Mr. Stratman that city parks provide a safe environment for children. commissioner Kieffer asked Mr. Stratman what he felt should be priorities of Park Board. Mr. Stratman answered well organized activities are extremely important. '. ) Commissioner Lindahl questioned Mr. Stratman's knowledge of the geography of Andover. Mr. Stratman stated he appreciates the rural atmosphere although he is still getting to know the area. Steve Kubista Commissioner Kieffer asked Mr. Kubista if he is familiar with the Andover park system. Mr. Kubista answered that he hasn't yet had the opportunity to fully explore parks as he moved to Andover in February 1989. Mr. Kieffer asked Mr. Kubista what his interest is in the Andover parks. Mr. Kubista stated that a good park system does a lot for the community. He is personally interested in this type of community involvement because he enjoys using the parks for biking and X-country skiing. William Mamlock asked Mr. Kubista if he is originally from this area. Mr. Kubista stated he has not previously lived in this area but has worked in area for past five years. Jim Lindahl asked Mr. Kubista how he would be an asset to the park board. Mr. Kubista replied his engineering skills and experience from working with the City of Bloomington would be strong assets to the board. He also has ideas for alternate uses for city parks. Tom Anderson asked Mr. Kubista if he has specific objectives for Andover city parks. Mr. Kubista states he would like to see a biking and/or X-country ski trail tying the parks together. cont'd.. . ) -, J . ) \.~ ) \ \..J \.J Park and Recreation Commission Board Interviews Page Three David Woods Mr. Woods moved to Andover in November 1988. He has past experience as Director of Country Club Estates (townhomes) Association and expressed a desire to be part of the decision making team for the Andover Parks Department. Jeff Kieffer asked Mr. Woods what his objectives are for the park board. Mr. Woods answered that Andover seems to have a very young population and he feels park improvements should be based on a young age group. The system can than build from that base. As a father of young children, Mr. Woods has a particular concern for the younger kids. Mr. Woods stated he is willing to learn and work with the commission. His work involves some travel, but not lengthy overnight trips that would interfer with his meeting attendance and/or availability to the board. -end- o :J C) ,u, U u ,,(}\ CITY of ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION BOARD MEETING MINUTES JULY 20, 1989 The regularly scheduled meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order at 8:10 P.M. on Thursday, July 20, 1989 by Chairman Marc McMullen at the Andover City Hall offices, 1685 Crosstown Blvd., Andover, MN. Commissioners Present: Chairman Marc McMullen, Tom Anderson, Jeff Kieffer, Jim Lindahl, William Mamlock Others Present: Todd Haas, Assistant City Engineer Frank Stone, Public Works Supervisor Approval of Minutes Jeff Kieffer made a MOTION to defer approval of the July 6, 1989 Park Commission meeting minutes as all commissioners had not received and reviewed. Second to motion by Tom Anderson. Strootman Park Sign Discussion Commissioner Mamlock gave a presentation of two design recommendations for Strootman sign. Mr. and Mrs. Mamlock began working with six different layouts and made eliminations and modifications to arrive at the two designs presented. Mr. Mamlock stated the artwork on signs will be painted and the letters will be routed. In creating the design, Mr. and Mrs. Mamlock wanted to convey what the park has to offer. It would be difficult to portray a playground on a sign without sign appearing cluttered. Mr. Mamlock stated that rectangle sign seems to work best, although other shapes can be considered. The artwork on sign included a fisherman. Chairman M~1ullen stated the access at Strootman Park is a canoe launch, and that a picture of a canoe would be a more accurate portrayal. Mr. McMullen believes there is an international symbol for canoeing. Commissioner Kieffer questioned if commission would be infringing on a trademark by adapting symbol for city sign. Discussion followed that symbol is used internationally and will not be used by city in a sales related manner. Commissioner Mamlock asked commissioners if they would prefer using international symbols to artwork. Chairman McMullen would prefer symbols to be routed. He feels painted artwork may wear and chip. Chairman McMullen also suggested sign be spaced out by using two boards. Mr. Mamlock asked commission where he would find the symbols. Jim Lindahl suggested he refer to a state park guide. He believes this guide indicates all facilities available within each park. Chairman McMullen requested the design be changed and presented to park board at 8/03/89 meeting for final approval. cont 'd. . . Park and Recreation~/~ission July 20, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Two '\.._J / Discussion turned to other specifics relating to dedication. Commissioner Lindahl asked what normal procedure is for park dedication. Commissioner Kieffer stated this is first "formal" dedication and there is no previous procedure to follow. Commissioner Kieffer questioned if the time frame was reasonable i.e., will sign be complete and can dedication be held in August? Chairman McMullen stated that Frank Stone intends to have the back stop removed from park by September, and dedication should be held prior to removal. He also states the sign maker can complete the sign within two weeks of receiving design specifics. Mr. Kieffer noted the exact location of sign has not been determined. He feels landscaping of some sort should be done near base of sign. Kieffer suggests shrubs or crushed rock. Other ideas include the use of timber to create a planter. Chairman McMullen suggested locating sign behind current back stop. Frank Stone stated the new back stop is slated for that area. Jim Lindahl suggested an area approximately 50 feet in size that is between parking lot and outfield fence. Chairman McMullen suggests inviting the Strootman family, the mayor and city council and past park board members to the dedication. Chairman McMullen added that Darrell Delarco has requested the baseball team be invited to attend. McMullen suggested the baseball team appear dressed in uniform, if possible. , Tom Anderson asked if there will be be more of an "unveiling" of sign. asked to speak. a program. Jim Lindahl said dedication will commissioner Kieffer suggested the mayor be ) Frank Stone volunteered to ask the Anoka Union to be present and take photographs. Chairman McMullen proposed setting a date for dedication. It was decided to contact the Strootman family to see what date in August would work best. Commission would suggest August 24 as date most workable for commission members. Jeff Kieffer will make call to Mrs. Strootman. Chairman McMullen requested that Melanie DeLuca be present at next meeting. Kirby Estates Chairman McMullen stated that representatives from commission must go to Kirby Estates and decide what area should be assessed for dedication. Todd Haas will be available July 25 or August 1 to review Kirby Estates. Commissioners Anderson and Lindahl volunteered to meet Todd Haas and Marc McMullen at 6:30 P.M. on July 25 at the City Hall. Bent Creek Frank Stone received only one bid on Bent Creek Sidewalk. Bid was from Ad Con for $2900.00. Chairman McMullen stated commission must receive at least one more bid. Mr. Stone tried to contact developer but developer did not return call. Previously developer had submitted bid for $1300.00. Mr. Stone also called a contractor from Anoka for a bid, but contractor did not respond. '. ) William Mamlock questioned the difference in bids. Frank Stone stated developer may not be bidding according to same specs as Ad Con. cont'd.. . Park and Recreation \, ,Jmission July 20, 1989 Meeting-Minutes Page Three / Chairman McMullen decided to table Bent Creek sidewalk discussion until next meeting. Selection of Applicants for Park Commission vacancies Chairman McMullen asked commissioners to rank applicants in order of choice. The ranking of applicants, in order of choice, is as follows: 1) Darrell DeLarco 2) David Woods 3) Steven Kubista 4) Shannon Pearson Discussion in choosing applicants revolved around input applicant would provide to commission, whether it be sports related or centered on alternate activities. Length of time as a city resident, past experience, and geographic representation were other considerations. Jeff Kieffer made a MOTION to present to city council recommendation for Park Commission vacancies as follows: Darrell Delarco and David Woods. and second alternates are Steven Kubista and Shannon Pearson. Second to by William Mamlock. All commissioners voted in favor of motion. Motion First motion passed. Other Business Frank Stone reported that money budgeted for Hills of Bunker Lake Park is $14,200 from the 1990 park dedication fund. A representative from the developer called and asked when park would be done. Tom Anderson feels the appropriate \ time to develop park is when second addition is developed. ) There being no further discussion, MOTION made by Tom Anderson to adjourn. Second to motion by Jim Lindahl. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Respectful~1 submitted, ~! /w.l:l)oJ Hoqa/fL Theresa Hogarl , \ )