HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 3, 1987
)
, ')
'-J
')
',j
o
o
o
(
CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100
REGULAR PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
December 3, 1987
1. Call to Order 7:30 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Resident Forum
4. Report from Public Works
5. Report from Park Chairman
6.
7. Adjourn
o
u
~ '\
-J
CITY of ANDOVER
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
DECEMBER 3, 1987
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation
Commission was called to order at 7:40 p.m., Thursday, December 3, 1987,
in the Council Chambers of Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Blvd. N.W.,
Andover, MN.
Commissioners present included: Chairman Marc McMullen, Larry
Strootman, Gretchen Sabel, Jeff Kieffer, and Tom Anderson. Commissioner
Stuart Kinkade was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion was made by Commissioner Kieffer, seconded by Commissioner
Sabel, that the meeting minutes of November 19, 1987, be approved as
printed. Motion carried unanimously.
RESIDENT FORUM
Mike Moreau, 13452 Hidden Creek Dr., queried the possibility of
creating a skating rink for the neighborhood within the proposed tot lot
on the corner of 134th and Hidden Creek Dr. He asked whether the city
would grade it and allow them accessibility to an adjacent hydrant to
flood the area in question.
Supt. of Public Works Frank stone stated that although the area is
sandy and normally difficult on which to create a skating rink, they
could try, especially given the recent freezing rains. Chairman McMullen
pointed out that if allowed, the rink could be for this winter season
only in that next summer playground equipment would be installed. Mr. stone
felt that he would have to check further with regard to using the hydrant.
The commission concurred that staff further investigate the hydrant
matter, and attempt to create this temporary skating rink as requested.
REPORT FROM PUBLIC WORKS
'~J
Mr. Stone reported that he will be discussing additional budget
issues with city council Tuesday, December 8, 1987, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
The hiring of warming house attendants has reportedly be approved by
council at the rate of $4.00/hr. Mr. Stone stated that two attendants
will be returning from last year and two or three others are interested
in the positions.
/,- \
\
V
\..../
Park and Recreation Meeting Minutes
December 3, 1987
Page 2
'\
I
Mr. Stone reported that 90 per cent of Hawk Ridge is paid for the
grade. The only thing left is the dragging and seeding next spring.
The previously dug hole for the pond, which was too deep, has since
been filled somewhat.
He further reported that all playground equipment purchased in
1986 has been installed.
REPORT FROM PARK CHAIRMAN
Chairman McMullen reported
received from Evergreen Fourth.
should be doing Fifth next year.
that $1,400 in park dedication has been
Mr. Stone stated that the developers
It was further reported that the playground for the new school
across from city hall will not be completed when they open. Chairman
McMullen stated that the new principal may contact the city to make
arrangements to use city hall's equipment and field area in the interim.
There is reportedly no further word on the tennis court issue.
Chairman McMullen directed that the holes in the court be patched if
it has not already been done.
MISCELLANEOUS
Commissioners strootman and Sabel's term expires December 31, 1987.
Having expressed their desire to continue as Park Board members, Chairman
McMullen recommended that they state their intentions in writing for
council's consideration.
Melanie DeLuca, Community Education Coordinator for Crooked Lake
School, reportedly queried the requirements for establishing bike trails.
Chairman McMullen informed Commissioner strootman, knowledgeable on the
issue, that Ms. DeLuca's organization meets the second Tuesday of each
month should he wish to assist them with information. The commission
concurred that they too would like to see some bike trails created.
The commission discussed the necessity of meeting again before the
first of the year.
Motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Kieffer, that the Park and Recreation Commission not meet on December 17,
1987, but rather return for the regularly scheduled meeting on January 7,
1988. The motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Stone mentioned that he would see about having the council chamber
recorder fixed.
'\
-)
Chairman McMullen stated that an announcement for scheduling 1988
softball league play should be placed in the Anoka County Union in
()
u
Park and Recreation Meeting Minutes
December 3, 1987
Page 3
)
"
January, 1988. The commission would set the schedule during the first
meeting in March.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Sabel, seconded by Commissioner strootman, and unanimously carried,
that the meeting adjourn at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
'Pt.tr;L./ ~,J,J
v
Mava Mikkonen, Secretary
'\
"j