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PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - NOVEMBER 19, 2009
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was
called to order by Chair Butler on November 19, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City
Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners Present: Chair Ted Butler, Bill Hupp, Tony Kowalewski, Shaun
Van Vark, and Mark Miskowiec.
Commissioners Absent: Jim Lindahl and Shan Ramnath.
Also Present: Assistant Public Works Director, Todd Haas.
RESIDENT FORUM
0 There were no comments at this time.
Motion by Kowalewski, seconded by Hupp, to close the resident forum. Motion carried
on a 5-ayes, O-nays, 2-absent (Lindahl and Ramnath) vote.
APPRO V AL OF MINUTES
Motion by Hupp, seconded by Miskowiec, to approve the November 5, 2009 Park
Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindahl
and Ramnath) vote.
CONSIDER 2009-2010 HOCKEY RINK SCHEDULE
Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to considering the 2009-2010 hockey rink
schedules.
Commissioner Hupp asked for clarification on the volunteer time the association will be
doing for the rink and if this will just be for their association or for anyone in the City.
Mr. Haas stated it would be just for their use and any other time the City will provide the
rink attendants.
Commissioner Van Vark asked what other rinks are open for skating in the City the
0 nights the Association has the rinks. Mr. Haas stated they can look at skating at other
rinks in other cities otherwise they can use the free open skate rinks in Andover.
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The Commission discussed the rink use for residents other than the hockey association.
Motion by Hupp, seconded by Kowalewski, to approve the Andover Youth Hockey
Association Rink Schedule as presented. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, O-nays, 2-absent
(Lindahl and Ramnath) vote.
CONSIDER COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS IN PARK AREAS, CONT.
Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to continue discussion on community
garden plots in city park areas.
Pastor Mark Helman, Grace Lutheran Church, explained to the Commission the reason
why they would like to use their land for community garden plots.
The Commission discussed with Pastor Helman how the church would involve the
community and not just the church parishioners for garden plots.
Chair Butler stated he liked the idea and this will give them an idea of what the demand is
for something like this. He suggested this item come back to the Commission after a trial
period.
0 Mr. Haas indicated that the staff and the church will work out the details and bring this
back at the next December Commission meeting for a recommendation so that this can be
forwarded to the City Council for their consideration.
ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 3RD QUARTERLY REPORT, CONT.
Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to the Anoka County Sheriffs Department
3rd Quarterly Report.
REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS
Mr. Haas reviewed outstanding items.
The Commission discussed the role ofthe Skate Park Task Force and if it should be
disbanded or not.
CHAIR'S REPORT
Commissioner Kowalewski updated the Commission on the Andover High School Sports
activities in Andover.
0 Commissioner Van Vark updated the Commission on the Andover High School
Marching Band.
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Miskowiec, seconded by Commissioner Van Vark, to adjown
the regular meeting at 7:47 p.m. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Lindahl
and Ramnath) vote.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sue Osbeck, Recording Secretary
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