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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 4, 2009 0 C I T Y o F NDOVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - JUNE 4,2009 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chair Butler on June 4, 2008, 7:30 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Chair Ted Butler, Tony Kowalewski, Vice Chair Jim Lindahl, Mark Lindell, Mark Miskowiec and Shan Ramnath. Commissioners Absent: Bill Hupp. Also Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas. 0 RESIDENT FORUM There were no comments at this time. Motion by Kowalewski, seconded by Ramnath, to close the resident forum. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindell) vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There were no changes Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Miskowiec, to approve the May 7, 2009 Park Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Hupp) vote. RECONSIDER REQUEST TO RELOCATE SECURITY LIGHTINORTHWOOD'S EAST PARK Mr. Haas explained the Park and Recreation Commission is requested to reconsider installing a security light near the existing parking lot as requested from Barry Swingle. 0 Mr. Barry Swingle, 2547 140tl1 Lane, stated he was two lots west of the park. He stated his neighbor, Steve Johnson, on the opposite side of the park was very impressed with the work that was done at the park. He stated it was a nice park and wells used. His concern Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - June 4, 2009 0 Page 2 along with some other neighbors was the security light. When the leaves are on the trees nothing in the park can be seen and they would like to have the light moved. He stated he has made several calls to the Sheriffs Department regarding vehicles parked there at all hours of the night. Because of the lighting situation, the only thing that light accomplished during the summer is the drainage ditch. Mr. Swingle reviewed some of the problems they have had at the park in the last few years and felt having a security light that actually covered the park would take care of many of these problems. Mr. Swingle understood the bid was for $3,300 and he wondered how they came to the amount. Mr. Haas reviewed what the City would get for the bid of $3,300. Mr. Swingle stated he called Connexus today to get a bid for having it done at his home and they said it was a matter of how much more the wiring would cost and in fact if it has to go underground and why it would need to. Mr. Haas stated that is what their standard is right now. Mr. Swingle thought they could use an existing pole there to place a new security light on and felt the wiring did not need to be put underground because there are wires above 0 ground right now. Mr. Haas stated it would be up to the Park Commission but normally they would put in a decorate pole to keep the park looking nice. Chair Butler did not think it was a matter of using a decorative pole or not, there simply are not any funds available at this time to use. All of their currently planned projects on are hold at this time. He thought they would probably get stopped by City staff and Council ifthey decided to go ahead with this because the funds are simply not there at this point. Mr. Swingle did not think this was a matter of the neighborhood just wanting this, there is a reason for it. Chair Butler understood. Mr. Swingle thought this needed to be addressed even if it needed to be brought a little higher up. Chair Butler thanked Mr. Swingle for his concerns and bringing this forward to them and they would add this to their list of items to improve when they receive some funding. CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR SCHEDULED USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIESIWORD OF PENTACOST Mr. Haas explained this item is in regard to considering an application for scheduled use of recreational facilities from the World of Pentecost. 0 Chair Butler asked if they anticipated conflicts with other users. Mr. Haas stated he did not and there are not any tournaments scheduled either. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes-June 4,2009 0 Page 3 The Commission discussed possible conflicts and what they could do ifthere happened to any. Motion by Miskowiec, seconded by Ramnath, to approve the request as presented. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Hupp) vote CONSIDERATION 2010-2014 PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN, CONT. Mr. Haas explained this item is in regard to continue discussing the 2010-2014 Parks Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). He reviewed the changes with the Commission. Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Miskowiec, to approve the proposed 2010-2014 Parks Capital Improvement Plan and open up for public comment at the July 16, 2009 Park and Recreation Commission meeting. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, O-absent (Hupp) vote. UPDATE OF IRRIGATION OF PARKS/09-14, CONT. Mr. Haas updated the Commission on irrigation of parks, Project 09-14. 0 UPDATE OF HARTFIEL'S PARK Mr. Haas explained there has been some interest from members ofthe Commission to improve the appearance of Hartfiel's Park. This park is on the northeast comer of Hanson and Andover Boulevards, so it is very visible. Currently, the park is comprised oftall, non-native weeds and a few species of native wetland shrubs. Mr. Haas updated the Commission on Hartfiel's Park. CONSIDER NAMING FIELDS AT SUNSHINE PARK Mr. Haas explained there were some inquiries from people about considering naming the fields at Sunshine Park. Commissioner Lindahl asked if this was a commercial company looking to sponsor the fields. Mr. Haas explained there were a couple of individuals wanting to rename the fields but they have to go through the system and follow the policy. REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS Mr. Haas reviewed outstanding items. 0 CHAIR'S REPORT Commissioner Kowalewski wanted to congratulate the Andover Class of2009. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes -June 4,2009 0 Page 4 Commissioner Lindell stated he goes to the baseball fields with his teams and he had to say they have been kept cleaned up pretty well and they are looking very good. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Lindahl, seconded by Lindell, to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays; I-absent (Hupp) vote. Respectfully Submitted, Susan Osbeck, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 0 0