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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 8, 1982 ~ o 0 ~ ot ANDOVER o PARK COMMISSION MEETING - JULY 8, 1982 MINUTES The Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Andover Park Commission was called to order by Chairman LeFebvre at 7 :30 p.m., July 8, 1982, at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Blvd. N.W. Commission Members Present: Commission Member Absent: Also Present: Mand, Nichols, Prochniak, Rogers & Zillhardt Longbella Gary Hanson, Andover Jay Cees <>=-? FRANCIS' PROPERTY RENTAL The Francis' are willing to rent approximately 41,000 square feet of their property for use as park purposes at $80.00 per month. Jim Schrantz called the County and learned the taxes for the entire parcel, including the house, was around $85.00, per month. The Commission generally agreed the rent was too high; the area was too small for adult use; no permanent equipment would be installed, not even ag lime if a ballfield was constructed and possibly no winter use due to lack of personnel iD the Public Works department. Wes Mand mentioned they could sell the property at any time (it was previously up for sale) and felt the whole deal was a can of worms unless there was a penalty clause in any agreement. Chairman LeFebvre stated when he talked to the Francis', it sounded like they would rent it for two, maybe three, years at a time. c=)It was decided to request the City Attorney to draw up a rough draft of a lease agreement tying down the length, the price, a penalty clause, an option on winter usage and a clause wherein the City would be a preferred buyer if it goes up for sale. The reasoning behind this is to add on in case Ms. Sonsteby goes ahead with her plat. Jim Schrantz will be asked to estimate the cost of leveling off only a small infield and using fencing for a backstop. ANDOVER JAYCEES Gary Hanson explained their organization started last February and now consists of 22 members. At their last board meeting they decided, in order to get a project going, to install two horseshoe pits at the boat landing on the east side of the parking lot. The size would be 20' x 50' and they would bear the cost plus install a small sign stating it was donated by the Jay Cees. Wes Mand suggested the west side to get it farther away from the parking lot. 1rr. Hanson stated, at the time, no other location was considered since the east side is relatively flat. Wes then noted the proposed pits would actually be on DNR property. The secretary said she would contact Del Barber to see if there were any objections. MOTION by Nichols, seconded by Prochniak, to allow the Andover Jay Sees to construct two horseshoe pits on the east side of the boat landing and to erect a small sign stating they were responsible for the improvement providing DNR' s consent is obtained. Vote on Motion: Yes - Mand, Nichols, Abstain - LeFebvre - o Discussion: Wes Mand advised a small said if it disappears, something else Rogers, Prochniak and Zillhardt as he is a member of the Jay-Cees sign probably wouldn't last very long. will be done. Mr. Hanson Page #2 ~ Minutes 7-f5-82 o u RUM RIVER FOREST SOUTH /- "- <\.JThe Jay Cees would also like to create a canoe access, small parking lot and picnic facilities in Rum River South. Wes Mand advised the DNR should be contacted in order to comply with the Scenic River regulations. Glen Rogers commented he would like to see a completion time set on both proj ects. Mr. Hanson stated the horseshoe pits would be about two days and possibly thirty days for the canoe access. They would like to start the project after the first frost when the bug population is down. The secretary will furnish them the plans drawn by the University students to use as a guideline. When the time comes, Mr. Hanson said they would contact J:ilIl Schrantz for the park property lines as the existing dirt road is on a private parcel. MOTION by Mand, seconded by Nichols, to allow the Andover Jay Cees to proceed with plans to develop a parking area, canoe access and a picnic area in Rum River South park. Vote on Motion: Yes _ Mand, Nichols, Rogers, Prochniak and Zillhardt Abstain - LeFebvre OAK HOLLOW STUMP REMOVAL Chairman LeFebvre spoke to Jim Schrantz before the meeting. J:ilIl advised the stumps appear to be on the property line. No action taken by the Park Commission. WABMINJ HOUSE The Commission was informed the Public Works department would like to move the warming house c=Jover to the Public Works building and use it for storage. MOTION by Nichols, seconded by Prochniak, to authorize the Public Works department to move the warming house and use it for storage. Motion carried unanimously. NORTH BIRCH CREEK ESTATES Chairman LeFebvre stated Al Klous is planning on renewing his plat in a staged development. There was some question now regarding park land and whether or not the Commission would accept cash in lieu of land and reduce the size of the original proposed park. Wes Mand commented at the present time there is no park in the area. Due to the fact Mr. Klous was not present to specifically explain his intentions and there were no new plans, Steve Nichols suggested to wait until Mr. Klous comes in with plans. No action taken. MOTION by Rogers, seconded by Nichols, to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. ,:)