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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 20, 1987 C) ~ /'(}\)-:t"'''''''''':.''-\~'''. i,l ""\ gi'; .l ;) '\f~ ,'.1 i!(..., _.'"" "":;'":'r!t4.':;::r:'~:':;':(~;" o o CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 · (612) 755-5100 REGULAR PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING August 20, 1987 AGENDA 1. Call to Order 7:30 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Resident Forum 4. Report--Rum River Canoe Landing 5. Report--Northwoods West Tennis Court 6. Report from Public Works 7. Report from Park Chairman 8. 9. Adjourn o u o CITY of ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION AUGUST 20, 1987 The regularly scheduled meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7:35 p.m., Thursday, August 20, 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, and Jeff Kieffer. Stuart Kinkade was absent. Staff present was Public Works Supervisor Frank Stone and Todd Haas, Assistant to the City Engineer. Guests in attendance were Bob Pobul and Chuck Thompson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion was made by Ms. sabel, seconded by Mr. Kieffer, that the meeting minutes of August 6, 1987, be approved as printed. Motion carried unanimously. RESIDENT FORUM Bob pobul, 2577 136th, and Chuck Thompson, both residents of the Hidden Creek development, addressed the Commission on behalf of their neighborhood. Mr. Pobul stated that with the Park Board's permission, they would like to assist the Commission in the planned development of the park. Commission members concurred that they would welcome their input, and invited the neighborhood committee or their representatives to attend the next Park Board meeting on September 3. REPORT ON THE RUM RIVER CANOE LANDING Public Works Supervisor Frank Stone stated that he hasn't yet re- ceived word from the Department of Natural Resources. This item to be placed on the next agenda. REPORT ON THE NORTHWOODS WEST TENNIS COURT Chairman McMullen reported that he and Todd Haas, Assistant to the City Engineer, have been meeting with various individuals and reviewing relevant documents and meeting minutes in an attempt to ascertain the facts of the issue. ~J Mr. Haas and Mr. Stone recommended that the Commission request the City Council to direct the City Attorney to review the issue and advise on how to proceed. , \ \..~ Park & Recreation Meeting Minutes August 20, 1981 Page 2 o \ \ / During discussion Ms. Sabel felt the court should be torn down and one placed in another area, suggesting Shady Knolls. Chairman McMullen suggested that the fencing be torn down and holes patched, leaving it as it is until the issue is settled. Following discussion, the Commission members concurred that Chairman McMullen should address the City Council, expressing the Park Board's concern and request the assistance of the City Attorney. REPORT FROM PUBLIC WORKS Mr. Haas reported that on the Oak Bluff development, the Park Board accepted land. There was no agreement to do grading, seeding, or any- thing on the property. This covered the first phase and outlot. Mr. Stone reported that Prairie Knolls is beginning to develop. Some area residents have called expressing concern that the playground equipment is too close to the gas house. The gas company reportedly had no problem with this. Mr. Kieffer stated that the gas house is locked up and fenced for safety. Having discussed alternative locations, staff and commission members concurred that the present location of the playground equipment is preferable. Mr. Stone reported receiving calls from residents worrying about the depth of the water in the pond in the prairie Knolls area. It was explained that there was no way to guarantee that water will or will not be standing in the pond. If there is water, Mr. Stone reported that it could be approximately a foot deep. The pond will be used for a skat- ing rink during winter month, thus, avoid hauling water for a rink. Mr. Haas reported that his office is nearly ready to go out for bids on Hawk Ridge. Rum River Forest is reportedly done; however, it needs seeding and parking lots. Seeding can hopefully continue through September. REPORT FROM PARK CHAIRMAN Chairman McMullen reported that the City Council approved the $9,000 purchase of equipment for City Hall, and authorized city staff to adver- tise for part-time personnel to put the equipment together. All ordered playground equipment, with the exception of this $9,000 recent order, arrived Tuesday of this week. \ Chairman McMullen requested the Commission's comments regarding naming parks and parkland areas after those persons who have been a contributing influence for the City of Andover, as suggested by the City Council. Ms. Sabel suggested, and the Commission concurred, that a list be compiled of the individuals who should be considered and that they be ranked by their achievements. These persons should then be considered when naming future parks. u ,.J Park & Recreation Meeting Minutes August 20, 1987 Page 3 " / Mr. McMullen reported that the Park Board's budget for next year was approved by city Council as 3 per cent over this year's budget, or a total of $61,800. The subject of bike trails was raised. Anoka County reportedly ap- proached staff questioning whether the city had any bike trails, stating that they would designate them on their map. Apparently the City of Andover does not have any to speak of. Various ideas were discussed. Chairman McMullen reported that a representative of a local church approached city staff requesting a ball field for an upcoming tournament. This gentleman reportedly did not agree with the city's policy of re- quiring church organizations to pay a fee for the use of the fields. Chairman McMullen recommended, and the Commission members concurred, that the ordinance and/or guidelines pertaining to this policy be reviewed in October or November. Mr. Kieffer stated that he felt it was a good idea that residents of developing areas are allowed to get involved in the Park Board's planning process. Those residents should be notified of the Park Board's proposed ideas. There being no further business, motion was made by Commissioner Strootman, seconded by Commissioner Kieffer, and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, V7v:!,W/ Y1~'//~/l"7t) Mava Mikkonen, Secretary , )