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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 10, 2010 0 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US Andover Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting Agenda November 10, 2010 Andover City Hall Council Chambers 7:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Resident Forum 3. Approval of Minutes - October 13,2010 4. Discuss Stewardship of Open Space Properties a. Martin's Meadows 0 b. White Pine Wilderness 5. Discuss Property Owner Request for Consideration a. 1577 140th Lane NW 6. Other Business a. Joint Meeting with City Council b. Next meeting 7. Adjournment 0 c REGULAR ANDOVER OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING 0 November 10, 2010 MINUTES - The Regular Meeting of the Andover Open Space AdvisOlY Commission was called to order by , , Chairman Deric Deuschle at 7:03 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. , Commissioners present: Gretchen Sabel, Jim Olson, Winslow Holasek, Bruce Peny, Jody Keppers, Kim Kovich and ; Commissioners absent: There were none c Also present: City Planner, Courtney Bednarz RESIDENT FORUM No one wished to address the Commission APPROVAL OF MINUTES , 0 ; October 13,2010 Motion by Peny, Second by Holasek to approve the minutes. Motion canied unanimously. DISCUSS STEWARDSHIP OF OPEN SPACE PROPERTIES a. Martin's Meadows Commissioner Peny stated that the entrance sign still needed to be moved to face west at the end ofthe cul-de-sac. Mr. Bednarz stated that all of the sign adjustments discussed by the Commission have been forwarded to Parks Maintenance staff and they will be making the changes as time permits. He added that the wetland will need to freeze before they will be able to clear a route through it. , Commissioner Kovich stated that a boardwalk is needed to improve access for the majority of people that will visit Martin's Meadows. Mr. Bednarz indicated that the type of boardwalk would need to be determined. He stated a temporary dock would not require a DNR Permit, but a structme on pilings would. 0 The Commission discussed the type of boardwalk that would be needed. The consensus was that a more permanent structure with pilings would make the most sense. Mr. Bednarz stated that cost estimates should be prepared to allow for budgeting. 0 Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes - November 10, 2010 Page 2 Chairman Deuschle stated that the route through the wetland will need to be determined. It is possible that a boardwalk across the entire wetland will not be necessary. Chairman Deuschle stated that in tenTIS of access the priority would be to create a route through the wetland for short term access, plan for a boardwalk to provide permanent access, maintain the existing trails and see if trail expansion is necessary as the site is used by residents. Commissioner Kovich stated that a trail along the east side up the slope is needed. He added that the area should be monitored for erosion especially if snowmobiles become an issue. Chairman Deuschle stated that revegetation along the bank of the river is occurring naturally but the area should be monitored to ensure erosion does not become an issue in the future. Commissioner Olson stated that signs would be moved close to the road at the property line so that people would be made aware of the property line. Chairman Deuschle stated that if there becomes a trespassing issue in the future a gate may be C necessary. Commissioner Kovich stated that they will have to monitor snowmobiling as well to see ifthat becomes an issue. Chairman Deuschle stated that the priorities for vegetation management should be to manage buckthorn in the wooded areas. Reed canary grass should also be monitored so that it does not spread throughout the site. He added that zones should be established to focus their efforts to .. . manage mvasIve speCIes. DISCUSS STEWARDSHIP OF OPEN SPACE PROPERTIES b. White Pine Wilderness Chairman Deuschle introduced the nalTative prepared by Commissioner Sabel and Map by Commissioner Keppers. He stated that invasive species are less of an issue on this site and management would be considerably easier. Mr. Bednarz stated that the boundary signs would be installed and asked the Commission to discuss a name for the site so that an entrance sign could be constructed. The Commission noted 0 that the site should have a name that is different from the adjacent development. Commissioner Holasek suggested that the property owner be asked ifhe had any ideas. Chairman Deuschle stated that the trail was already in place and just needed to be maintained. '; 0 Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes-November 10,2010 Page 3 Commissioner Sabel stated that a shorter route through the pines should also be established. Commissioner Keppers asked ifthey should plan to fertilize the apple trees. Chairman Deuschle did not think this would be a high priority. Commissioner Holasek stated that the Scotch Pine have a 15-20 year lifespan and will need to be replaced over time. Mr. Bednarz stated that the city's Natural Resource Technician offered to help them by checking for oak wilt and evaluating the overall health of the trees. Commissioner Sabel stated that Mr. Emmerich had volunteered to knock down dead trees on the site. 0 Mr. Bednarz asked if the management plan could highlight immediate budget needs. Chairman Deuschle stated that it could. DISCUSS PROPERTY OWNER REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION a. 157714d" Lane NW Commissioner Olson noted that the city already owned a cOlTidor along this part of Coon Creek. Commissioner Kovich noted the limited size of the property. Mr. Bednarz summarized the restrictions on construction based on proximity to the closed landfill. Chairman Deuschle stated the restrictions on construction would prevent much change on the site. Commissioner Keppers stated that if the site was needed to provide access or connect access to the creek it would be more desirable. 0 The Commission determined that the site should not be recommended for purchase. OTHER BUSINESS a. Joint Meeting with City Council ~ 0 Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes - November 10, 2010 Page 4 Mr. Bednarz stated that the Commission was the first item on the November 30th Council agenda. Chairman Deuschle stated that maps and tables from the management plan can be distributed to the Council for the meeting. He added that an update on the properties that have been reviewed can also be provided. Commissioner Kovich asked if cost estimates for the boardwalk would be available. Chairman Deuschle stated that he worked with someone who could help provide estimates. Mr. Bednarz stated that he would also put some information together. Motion to Adjourn Kovich, second by Peny. Motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. C Respectfully submitted, Courtney Bednarz 0