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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 21, 2011C I T Y O F ND OVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI. ANDOVER. MN.US Regular Park & Recreation Commission Meeting July 21, 2011 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Resident Forum 3. Approval of Minutes (717111) 4. Consider 2011 Fall Football /Soccer Schedule 5. Consider 2011 Fall Football /Baseball /Softball Schedule 6. Discuss Use of Fields by Adults 7. Anoka County Sheriff's Department 2nd Quarterly Report 8. Park Dedication Improvement Fund 2nd Quarterly Report/Finance Department 9. Outstanding Items 10. 11. Chair's Report 12. Adjournment 7:30 P.M. or Shortly ThereafterNVorkshop Session A. Workshop Session 1. Discuss use Park Facilities with Athletic Associations and School Districts 2. Discuss Park Comprehensive Plan /Philosophy for the Replacement of Playground Equipment and Renovations for Rural and Urban Parks., Cont. 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. *ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 * (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 * WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director SUBJECT: 4. Consider 2011 Fall Soccer/Football Schedule DATE: July 21, 2011 INTRODUCTION This is in regards to approving the 2011 fall soccer /football schedule. DISCUSSION Attached for your review is the proposed 2011 soccer /football schedule. The City has received applications for use of the fields from the following groups: * Information submitted as part of the spring/summer application. Note: Copies of the By -Laws for AFA and NMSA (submitted as part of the application for the spring - summer season -no changes from 2010 season) are available from City staff if you would like to review them. Also as a reminder, a detail practice and game schedule be submitted to Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator, and to Biz Brouse, Concessions Manager, before the start of the season so the Andover Public Works Parks Department is aware of when fields need to be mowed and when concessions need to be opened. of Democratic Certificate Established Name of Group Participants Procedures & 501C3 of Grievance from Andover Elections (State) Insurance Procedures based on 2007 season Andover Football 86% Yes (no Yes (no Yes Yes (no Assoc. (AFA) changes from changes changes from 2010 ) from 2010 2010 North Metro Soccer 53% Yes* Yes* Yes* Yes* Assoc. SA * Information submitted as part of the spring/summer application. Note: Copies of the By -Laws for AFA and NMSA (submitted as part of the application for the spring - summer season -no changes from 2010 season) are available from City staff if you would like to review them. Also as a reminder, a detail practice and game schedule be submitted to Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator, and to Biz Brouse, Concessions Manager, before the start of the season so the Andover Public Works Parks Department is aware of when fields need to be mowed and when concessions need to be opened. ACTION REQUIRED The Parks and Recreation Commission is requested to consider approving the 2011 fall soccer /football schedule. Respectfully submitted, Todd J. Haase Attachments: Proposed 2011 Fall Football/Soccer Schedule, Applications from both the soccer and football associations '-01 cc: Barb Anderson, President/NMSA, (copy of item was e-mail) Mike Johnson, President/AFA, (copy of item was e-mail) (D N J ^ " C�1 p �1 O C tT p Z! O F UI p = C cn O = d T C CD Ut p N O N C -n c -1 (D Ut O N O N c T z c CD �^ 0 N N 0 C C z O O n C p K O O a o O F! Q O C> 7 o D. O C! 3 c rt 0 CY ! 7 00 ,X„ O 0 .. 0 O N i 7C O CL ' CD S N ( i W S N �. 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NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in November. FOR SPRING AND SUMMER USE - FIRST THURSDAY IN MARCH FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, BASEBALL, AND LACROSSE. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in March. FOR FALL USE - SECOND THURSDAY IN JULY FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, FOOTBALL AND BASEBALL. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in July. It is the policy of the City of Andover to try to meet the recreational needs of its citizens. The goal of the Park and Recreation Commission in scheduling is to allot the limited number of recreational facilities in a fair and equitable manner, using compromise when necessary to accommodate the maximum number of requests possible. The Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth Associations may be used to determine field allocation (see attached). Facility requests submitted by the due date with this completed form will be given the highest priority. Subsequent requests will be filled on a first - come, first- served basis if facilities are available. The sequencing of scheduling will be considered with City youth associations having first priority. Number of participants expected in program this year 700 Number of participants expected from Andover this year 600 Number of participants in program last year 669 Number of participants from Andover last year 620 Age brackets for participation Kindergarten through 8th Grade Number of game fields /rinks needed per week this year 80 (40 teams 2 games per week avg) Indicate season start and end dates__ August 011 through November 18. 2011 Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. 5:00pm until 10:00pm Mon -Fri 2. 8:00am until 10:00pm Saturday and Sunday List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) „1. Prairie Knoll South East & South West 000 yd w/ Lights) �2. Prairie Knoll North (60 yd w/o Lights) {Ner*� me+ra wick �� L sive +c,e crud o� .6. ✓X 3. Sunshine Park Ball Fields 1-4 (80 yd JUghts) - 5,4;e,tj (r."sebau scxd c ✓r► 4. Sunshine Park Ball Fields 5 -6 (Practice fields only) - s�f +I base r au JktneduPs. ✓5. Sunshine Middle Soccer Field #3 (100 yd w/ Lights) 6. Sunshine South Soccer Field (100yd field with lights) * *If soccer doesn't need this field ✓ 7. Andover Station North Fields 1 -3 (60 yd w/ Lights) - s ir► /Wse Nn1�n will bcuq,.C.� t(--, /or 8. Shadowbrook (1lll " Practice use - s aFrbal� /r.ceoat( s A=%el` 4#4 Season) 9. Hawkridqe - Practice use - Fred es oF* i u.K++l spre� 240U. ✓,jr 10. Lions Park - Practice use - s-o-fri-ao (Laser att xr-t" ✓e 11. Terrace Park - Practice use - sok a (basebali ✓-K12. City Hall #7 (practice use) - sor+tan jWse& t(� ed - 13. VIM 14. Northwoods East (practice use) - sv f(040 4"6(1 S&I ejo ✓15. Timber Rivers (practice use) ✓'f 6. Red Oaks West (practice use) ,/�17. Hills of Bunker (practice use) - s ears /t9 1/ tcAedy� ✓-e 18. Green Acres (practice use) - srt- e.J -1e. ,✓+►19. Pine Hills (practice use) - 3,o- lowt(�t ✓w 20. Wild Iris (practice use) - s.r-+6a(1 ( ba se-6d Y s, l.Fd,,44 2 ✓22. Rose Park (practice use) * *If Soccer doesn't need this field - v"23. Fox Meadows (practice use) ✓$ 24. Lunds North (practice use) Number of practice fields /rinks needed per week this year 140 (40 Teams. 3 Days/week avg) Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. 5:00pm until 10:00pm List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) 1. Same as above Note: Field /hockey rink (practice or games) use by any association or team is prohibited without approval by the Park and Recreation Commission or its designee. Note: Any organization and /or association that applies for use of a recreational facility will be required to pay a fee as determined by the City Council for park security. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNLESS ALL INFORMATION IS PROVIDED. THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT APPLY TO WEEKEND TOURNAMENTS. Approved: 1/2000 Revised 8120109 ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR SCHEDULED USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Group requesting use of facilities l�y�i �1 n Sdc_w- hY Association President2�0Y�) �5)r Phone (Home) Print Name Phone (Work)_'7("S- Phone (Mobile 63- 3i0 -34osv Association President ck-'d� � (E -mail) i bb�c�v�c�eYxn �. Signature (required) Date v mSJ-1I ccr-vl Address O, City Cerk State M n APPLICATION DUE DATES: FOR WINTER USE OF FACILITIES - FIRST THURSDAY IN NOVEMBER. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in November. FOR SPRING AND SUMMER USE - FIRST THURSDAY IN MARCH FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, BASEBALL, AND LACROSSE. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in March. FOR FALL USE - FIRST THURSDAY IN JULY FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, FOOTBALL AND BASEBALL. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in July. It is the policy of the City of Andover to try to meet the recreational needs of its citizens. The goal of the Park and Recreation Commission in scheduling is to allot the limited number of recreational facilities in a fair and equitable manner, using compromise when necessary to accommodate the maximum number of requests possible. The Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth Associations may be used to determine field allocation (see attached). Facility requests submitted by the due date with this completed form will be given the highest priority. Subsequent requests will be filled on a first -come, first - served basis if facilities are available. The sequencing of scheduling will be considered with City youth associations having first priority. Number of participants expected in program this year A5 D Number of participants expected from Andover this year I ZcCQ Number of participants in program last year aDAI il Number of participants from Andover last year. Age brackets for participation N cx, H 1 Number of game fields /rinks needed per week this year Indicate season start and end dates Ru4 1j, Oc-4 Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. 25- €2LA +v S rn 2. List specific fiends /`rinks being requested (refer to at�ched listing) �� �GG� - �u.\\Jftiv^` 1.I�iA�eii�'OCa7eYrSy�^sl1r� 1(���i✓l:r5hlv�+ t7GJ��n, Cale- t4jjge" CYeel,- ONLY) Number of practice fields /rinks needed per week this year Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. a�m�5 2. ----- List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) 1. Note: Field /hockey rink (practice or games) use by any association or team is prohibited without approval by the Park and Recreation Commission or its designee. Note: Any organization and /or association that applies for use of a recreational facility will be required to pay a fee as determined by the City Council for park security. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNLESS ALL INFORMATION IS PROVIDED. THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT APPLY TO WEEKEND TOURNAMENTS. Approved: 1/2000 Revised 8120109 Revised 4120119 fielduse.doc 2 o•-,y ,..yam 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director�� SUBJECT: 5. Consider 2011 Fall Softball /Baseball /Football Schedule DATE: July 21, 2011 INTRODUCTION This item is in regard to approving the 2011 fall softball /baseball /football schedule. DISCUSSION Attached are applications received from the Andover Football Association (AFA) and the Andover Baseball Association (ABA). At this point, the City has not received an application from the Andover Athletic Association (AAA). Note: AAA is aware the applications are due. The proposed 2011 fall softball /baseball /football schedule is attached for your. review. The City has received applications for use of the fields from the following groups: Information submitted as part of the spring /summer application. Note: Copies of the By -Laws for AFA (no changes from 2010 season) are available from City staff if you would like to review them. ABA has submitted copies of the By -Laws as part of the application for the 2011 spring- summer season with no changes from 2010 season). % of Democratic Certificate Established Name of Group Participants Procedures & 501 C3 of Grievance from Andover Elections (State) Insurance Procedures based on 2010 season Andover Football 86% Yes (no Yes (no Yes Yes (no Assoc. (AFA) changes from changes changes from 2010) from 2010) 2010 Andover Baseball 100% Yes' Yes" Yes" Yes" Association Information submitted as part of the spring /summer application. Note: Copies of the By -Laws for AFA (no changes from 2010 season) are available from City staff if you would like to review them. ABA has submitted copies of the By -Laws as part of the application for the 2011 spring- summer season with no changes from 2010 season). of the application for the 2011 spring - summer season with no changes from 2010 season). ACTION REQUIRED The Commission is requested to consider approving the 2011 softball /baseball/football schedule. Respectfully submitted, Todd J. 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NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in November. FOR SPRING AND SUMMER USE - FIRST THURSDAY IN MARCH FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, BASEBALL, AND LACROSSE. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in March. FOR FALL USE - SECOND THURSDAY IN JULY FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, FOOTBALL AND BASEBALL. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in July. It is the policy of the City of Andover to try to meet the recreational needs of its citizens. The goal of the Park and Recreation Commission in scheduling is to allot the limited number of recreational facilities in a fair and equitable manner, using compromise when necessary to accommodate the maximum number of requests possible. The Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth Associations may be used to determine field allocation (see attached). Facility requests submitted by the due date with this completed form will be given the highest priority. Subsequent requests will be filled on a first - come, first- served basis if facilities are available. The sequencing of scheduling will be considered with City youth associations having first priority. Number of participants expected in program this year 700 Number of participants expected from Andover this year 600 Number of participants in program last year 669 Number of participants from Andover last year 620 Age brackets for participation through 8th Grade Number of game fields /rinks needed per week this year 80 (40 teams 2 games per week avq) Indicate season start and end dates August 12011 through November 18. 2011 Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. 5:00pm until 10:00pm Mon -Fri 2. 8:00am until 10:00om Saturday and Sunday List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) „1. Prairie Knoll South East & South West (100 yd w/ Lights) �2. Prairie Knoll North (60 yd w/o Lights)-- (Norht, rvr-�o wok Ve sr�� +�c- 4«<d on a+% -ILI � .) ✓.v 3. Sunshine Park Ball Fields 1-4 (80 yd w /Lights) - s „�b«tj ✓r► 4. Sunshine Park Ball Fields 5 -6 (Practice fields only) - soF+(base6CW ;dAcdU -& 5. Sunshine Middle Soccer Field #3 (100 yd w/ Lights) 6. Sunshine South Soccer Field 100 d field with lights) * *If soccer doesn't need this field ✓# 7, Andover Station North Fields 1 -3 (60 yd w/ Lights) - s 4b,((10 *sEik wrKSn wif( bcUq -O i-L -,(. 4 8. Shadowbrook (NW) C g3ractice use - s af+ba t 4 r u 4� Fuson, 9. Hawkridae - Practice use - F; e u is oe;� t 44” � l 54W,. 20(2. ✓ 10. Lions Park - Practice use - sofr&-ao 4,*xbd(/ sJ�edu& /-0,* 11. Terrace Park - Practice use - sof,- (aau / bare b0.0 set%edw-6L ✓*12.City Hall #7 (practice use) - 13. TePark-(rrractioeasea ✓ 'O 14. Northwoods East (practice use) - svFf �(trbasrG�tr S�.G c� ✓15. Timber Rivers (practice use) -16. Red Oaks West (practice use) ,%17. Hills of Bunker (practice use) - soF*ba(( �ba ill/ sc(nedi ✓- 018.Green Acres (practice use) - s- f+bxil I base(oQ l s�c� ✓-& 19. Pine Hills (practice use) -sir (oa((I ",L,(( s�G cd ✓ ,w20. Wild Iris (practice use) - S-r+r-u(i 2 "4&ty cd9.E9WAW4 it;"S L- ✓22. Rose Park (practice use) * *If Soccer doesn't need this field - v"23. Fox Meadows (practice use) ✓$ 24. Lunds North (practice use) Number of practice fields /rinks needed per week this year 140 (40 Teams. 3 Days /week avg) Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 1. 5:00pm until 10:00pm 2. List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) 1. Same as above Note: Field /hockey rink (practice or games) use by any association or team is prohibited without approval by the Park and Recreation Commission or its designee. Note: Any organization and/or association that applies for use of a recreational facility will be required to pay a fee as determined by the City Council for park security. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNLESS ALL INFORMATION IS PROVIDED. THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT APPLY TO WEEKEND TOURNAMENTS. Approved: 1/2000 Revised 8120109 PO Box 428 Anoka, MN 55304 7/14/2011 City of Andover 1685 Crosstown Blvd. NW Andover, MN 55304 Attn: Todd Haas Todd, 20!! (AWO fof14.I( /LCC 6 ,,( f W W W.AN DOVERBASEBALL.ORG This letter serves as the response to satisfy the requirements for the use of the City of Andover's recreational facilities by the Andover Baseball Association during the 2011 fall season. • Based on the participants during the 2010 fall season, the Andover Baseball Association had a total of 200+ players participating in the program of which 100% of them are current Andover residence. • There has not been any changes to date of the democratic procedures the Andover Baseball Association governs its program with. There has been new members that have joined the board of directors that filled vacated spots. Included with this letter is the current copy of our Policies and Procedures along with a current copy of our By -laws that lists the current Board of Directors. • There has not been any change to the Andover Baseball Association's 501c status. • The City of Andover should already have an up to date certificate of insurance listing the City of Andover as additionally insured covering the 2011 season. If you require anything else, please let me know. • There has not been any change to the grievance procedures the Andover Baseball Association utilizes. 1 hope this letter, along with the attached information fulfills the requirements for the use of the City of Andover's recreational facilities by the Andover Baseball Association during the 2011 fall season. If you require any additional information, feel free to contact us at any time. Name: Joe Ruhland Title: President Phone: (763) 370 -0736 Name: Jason Saulsbury Title: Facilities Director Phone: (612) 868 -9101 Email: iaruh land ODusfamilv.net Email: lason.saulsburvgbgmall.com d��c( ANDOVER PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR SCHEDULED USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Group requesting use of facilities /�4wwl Association President -N;�' k,+tiA� Phone (Home) 1'PoZ -11W Print Name„ (Work) Association Add (required) Aw (Mobile) 74 JA1 -07jp (E -mail) i4�trr�r trfiC�.% .�vp` City, 414140- State Zip SS A APPLICATION DUE DATES: FOR WINTER USE OF FACILITIES - FIRST THURSDAY IN NOVEMBER. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in November. FOR SPRING AND SUMMER USE - FIRST THURSDAY IN MARCH FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, BASEBALL, AND LACROSSE. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the L third Thursday in March. FOR FALL USE - SECOND THURSDAY IN JULY FOR SOCCER, SOFTBALL, FOOTBALL AND BASEBALL. NOTE: Scheduling decisions will be made at the Park & Recreation Commission meeting on the third Thursday in July. It is the policy of the City of Andover to try to meet the recreational needs of its citizens. The goal of the Park and Recreation Commission in scheduling is to allot the limited number of recreational facilities in a fair and equitable manner, using compromise when necessary to accommodate the maximum number of requests possible. The Guidelines for Field Usage by Youth Associations may be used to determine field allocation (see attached). Facility requests submitted by the due date with this completed form will be given the highest priority. Subsequent requests will be filled on a first -come, first -served basis if facilities are available. The sequencing of scheduling will be considered with City youth associations having first priority, �✓11 Number of participants expected in program this year Number of participants expected from Andover this year Number of participants in program last year �� f --, Number of participants from Andover last year. . Age brackets for participation Id ' 13 i✓ O Number of game fields/rinks needed per week this year `- . . I It I , f , Indicate season start and end Time slot desired (list 2 choices) List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached 2. Number of practice fields /rinks needed per week this year Time slot desired (list 2 choices) 2. List specific fields /rinks being requested (refer to attached listing) 1. 2. Note: Field /hockey rink (practice or games) use by any association or team is prohibited without approval by the Park and Recreation Commission or its designee. Note: Any organization and /or association that applies for use of a recreational facility will be required to pay a fee as determined by the City Council for park security. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNLESS ALL INFORMATION IS PROVIDED. THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT APPLY TO WEEKEND TOURNAMENTS. Approved: 1/2000 Revised 8/20/09 fielduse.doc 2 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.AN DOVER. MN.US To: Park and Recreation Commission CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works /City Engineer From: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director Subject: 6. Update Use of Fields by Adults Date: July 21, 2011 INTRODUCTION The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss when adult groups want to use city parks and facilities that are not associated with any other organized groups or associations. DISCUSSION It has been brought to our attention recently a group of adults are playing soccer on a consistent basis on the north field at Sunshine Park. As you know, this field has been closed for over a month due to some reconditioning and reseeding (a sign is now in place indicating it is closed). But the bigger question that needs to be discussed by the Commission is when is a group using city parks or facilities considered organized or not. For adult groups that want to use the parks or facilities and are defined as organized, there is a fee that is required depending on the type of group they are. As of now, there are 2 groups of men's baseball teams that did receive approval for 2011 to use ASN ball fields and they have paid the required fee. Note: It is our understanding that this soccer group plays on Saturday and Wednesday evenings at the middle and north Sunshine Park fields respectively. Just as a reminder, there is certainly a concern from the associations that they are making every effort to rest city fields and practice at other facilities so that games can be played on these rested fields. As mentioned to the Commission previously, staff has encouraged this adult soccer group to use the school district fields but they have indicated to us that they are not interested in the school fields. It is our understanding that a representative from this adult soccer group will be at the meeting to answer any questions the Commission may have. They have mentioned that they would like to address the Commission on this issue. ACTION REQUESTED The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to consider or define when groups are considered organized. Resp ►eccttf illlly submitted, Cc: Todd J. aas Cc: Henri Mitambo (copy sent e-mail) DATE: July 5, 2011 TO: City of Andover, Parks Department FROM: Laura Landes Anoka County Sheriff's Office SUB]ECT: Andover Park Activity Quarterly Report April 1, 2011 — June 30, 2011 The following is a list of reports generated by the Anoka County Sheriff's Office regarding city park activity for the 2nd quarter. Date: Time: Location: Case Number: 04.06 11:30 Hidden Creek 11070809 A deputy was dispatched to a call of a protest in the park. He checked the area and found a group having a retirement party for a co- worker. 04.09 20:00 Moore 11073774 A deputy was called to the park for juveniles drinking alcohol, smoking marijuana and possibly trying to start a plastic slide on fire. The deputy arrived and was not able to locate anyone in the park. 04.09 20:46 Timber Trails 11073834 A caller reported a vehicle driving in the park and also on the caller's yard. The caller did not have a description of the vehicle and when the deputy arrived it was gone. 04.13 16:42 Coon Creek 11076994 A caller reported three juveniles playing on the railroad tracks and disturbing people on the trail. The deputy arrived and located the juveniles who had a poor attitude and denied walking on the tracks. After awhile the kids admitted to walking and the tracks and were lectured about the dangers of their actions and informed about trespassing. One of the parents were contacted and advised of the incident and her son's lack of honesty. 04.17 13:18 Sunshine 11079919 A deputy noticed a vehicle parked overnight in the lot. The deputy contacted the city and asked if they wanted the vehicle towed and they did not; they wanted to give the owner a chance to move it. After a week, the vehicle was still there and the deputy had it towed. 04.23 20:52 Rose 11084887 A deputy was called to the park for loud and disturbing kids. When he arrived, there was no one in the park. 04.26 18:14 Field of Dreams 11087007 A deputy responded to an audible burglar alarm at the location. He checked the concession stand and found it secured. 04.26 19:42 Chesterton Commons 11087071 During extra patrol a CSO observed a bike in the park with no one around. She checked with the surrounding homeowners and the bike appeared to be left there. It was taken back to the Sheriff's Office. 05.01 00:16 Northwoods East 11090367 A caller reported a suspicious vehicle at the park. The deputy located the vehicle and it was unoccupied. He ran the license plate and tried to contact the owner but was unable to. Nothing else appeared suspicious. 05.07 14:47 Sunshine 11096093 A caller reported she had reserved the gazebo through the city but the electricity wasn't working. While the deputy was speaking with the female, the electricity started working. 05.11 19:38 Sunshine 11099416 A deputy was called to a vehicle parked in a handicapped spot illegally. When she arrived she ran the license plate and the plate did come back with disability certificates so it was not tagged. 05.12 07:30 Eveland 11099731 A custodial supervisor at the High School reported an unknown person broke into a locked softball dugout by removing the door from its hinges and stole a generator, pitching machine, softballs and electrical cords. 05.13 03:49 Hidden Creek North 11100481 A deputy was called to juveniles disturbing at the park. When he arrived he was unable to locate anyone. 05.13 19:29 Sunshine 11101127 A deputy was called to a property damage crash that occurred in the parking lot. A resident found a note on his windshield describing the vehicle that the bystander saw hit his vehicle, causing the damage. The deputy located the owner of the suspected vehicle who admitted his daughter was driving the car and they exchanged insurance information. 05.14 8:29 Sunshine 11101559 A CSO observed a vehicle in the lot with 2 females sleeping inside. She made contact with the driver who stated she was having issues at home and left when the situation was escalating. The female was advised of the park's hours and told she should find a safer place to stay next time. 05.14 8:40 Sunshine 11101563 A CSO noticed a vehicle parked on the grass and illegally at the park. She issued the owner a citation. 05.14 23:14 Prairie Knoll 11102181 A deputy was called to a suspicious vehicle at the park. He located the vehicle and identified the passengers. They were told the parks hours and asked to leave. They complied. 05.25 19:47 Rose 11111508 A CSO observed a vehicle parked on the grass at the location. She issued a citation to the driver. 05.25 19:56 Rose 11111522 A CSO observed a vehicle parked on the grass at the location. She issued a citation to the driver. She also asked the driver to spread the word among others on the team. 05.25 20:01 Rose 11111528 A CSO observed a vehicle parked on the grass at the location. She issued a citation to the driver. 06.02 17:05 Field of Dreams 11118590 A deputy responded to an audible alarm at the location; while in route he was cancelled by the alarm company. 06.03 17:10 Crooked Lake 11119635 A caller reported vehicle parked in the boat trailer parking without trailers. When the CSO arrived the vehicles were gone. 06.03 22:55 Rose 11120030 A deputy was called to juvenile activity at the location. When the deputy arrived there was no one in the park. 06.04 18:50 Coon Creek 11120737 A caller reported juvenile activity in the park. The caller reported that from 1430 — 2100 juveniles loiter in the park and on several occasions she has heard trees being knocked down. She also advised that the juveniles park their vehicles on 140 Ln and walk in to the woods. The deputy did not locate any activity at the park and he advised the caller that we will conduct extra patrol in the area. 06.04 21:08 Pine Hills 11120861 A caller reported kids being loud and disturbing at the park; the caller also advised they were smoking marijuana. The deputy arrived and made contact with four juvenile males. The deputy advised them of the call and asked if they were smoking marijuana. They denied it but the deputy noticed a pipe and lighter in the sand a short distance from the juveniles. Two admitted smoking. The deputy contacted all the parents and advised them of the situation. 06.05 16:00 Crooked Lake 11121649 A CSO was called to the location for a vehicle illegally park. When he arrived he found a vehicle parked on the grass and issued a citation to the owner. 06.08 16:58 Sunshine 11124492 A deputy was called to teens spray painting the cement at the new skate park. Upon arrival he found no spray paint and spoke with the teens there about keeping their new place nice. 06.11 15:52 Skate Park 11127171 A mother called to report that when her son was at the skate park someone stole his Ipod. 06.11 22:02 Moore 11127520 A caller reported fireworks being blown off in the park. The deputy arrived and did not observe anyone or any fireworks at the location. 06.13 16:14 Sunshine 11129062 A deputy was called to the skate park on a report of juveniles using bikes on the skating equipment. When he arrived he observed several juveniles and none of them were using bicycles. 06.14 00:13 Meadows of Round Lake 11129459 A caller reported a group of juveniles in the park being loud. The deputy arrived and located the juveniles who stated they were just hanging out. They were advised the park was closed; they agreed to leave. 06.18 01:58 Andover Station 11133133 On routine patrol a deputy stopped a vehicle for being in the park after hours. While speaking with the driver, the deputy noticed a baggie on the floor containing a powdery substance. The powder tested positive for heroin. The driver was arrested. 06.18 12:34 Rose 11133423 A deputy was dispatched to some type of fire by the water tower. When he arrived there was a male trying to extinguish a paint thinner bucket that had caught on fire with a garden house. Fire responded and the fire was extinguished. 06.20 19:01 Prairie Knoll 11135383 A deputy was called for two juvenile males at the location harassing people on the playground. The deputy arrived and located the two juveniles where were now with their parent. The parent was advised of the behavior and she stated she would take care of the situation. 06.24 19:21 Sunshine 11139193 A caller reported 2 loose aggressive dogs at the location. The deputy arrived and located the possible dogs with their owner. The owner advised that she was told she could walk the dogs through the park as long as she stayed off the school property. The deputy went through the ordinance with her and informed her that the ordinance states there are to be no dogs in the park. 06.24 23:57 Andover Station 11139443 A caller reported loud music coming from the location. The deputy arrived and located a vehicle with loud music playing. He spoke with the owner of the vehicle who advised he was leaving. 06.25 16:49 Crooked Lake 11139969 On routine patrol a CSO observed a vehicle parked illegally. The owner was issued a citation. 06.27 12:18 Strootman 11141458 A caller reported he was parked at the location for a couple hours and someone broke his driver's window and stole several items. 06.28 19:40 Crooked Lake 11142784 On routine patrol a CSO observed a vehicle parked illegally. The owner was issued a citation. cc: Commander Halweg I T Y O F IDOVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: CC: FROM: $, SUBJECT DATE: Park & Recreation Commission Todd Haas, Park Coordinator Lee Brezinka, Assistant Finance Director 2011 Second Quarter Financial Report July 21, 2011 Quarterly review of the Park Improvement Fund. DISCUSSION Attached are the Project Commitment Listing Report, Balance Sheet, and Revenue and Expenditure Reports for the Park Improvement Fund as of June 30, 2011. ACTION REQUESTED Informational data provided and no formal action is needed. Respectfully submitted, City of Andover Lee Brezinka Attachments: Park Improvement Fund - Project Commitment Listing Park Improvement Fund - Balance Sheet Park Improvement Fund - Revenues Park Improvement Fund - Expenditures Fund Balance Additional Revenues Anticipated Anticipated Park Dedication Fee - 25 units Anticipated Park Dedication Fee - Commercial Donation Capital Projects Levy for Park Improvements Total Funds Available Projected Commitments 09 -18 Hawkridge Park Reconstruction 10 -24 Sophies Park 09 -16 City Hall Campus Hockey Rinks / Warming House 08 -08 Skate Board Park 10 -23 Dog Park - Donation Prairie Knoll Park - Northern Natural Gas Hidden Creek North - Tower Rental Annual Miscellaneous Projects CITY OF ANDOVER Park Improvement Fund Project Commitment Listing June 30, 2011 Total Dollars Allocated for Park Projects Park Improvement Funds Available For Future Projects: * This is an estimation and may need to be adjusted based on development activity. 7/13/2011 2011 Park Improv 2nd Qtr 84,964.91 $ 77,551.46 Actual $ 162,516.37 Collected To Date Estimate* - - Estimate* - 51,706.77 Estimate 12,000.00 - Estimate 61,500.00 - 162,516.37 Carryforwards/ 2011 Reserved Budget Adjustments Actual Amount 24,000.00 5,793.56 249.93 29,543.63 - 8,796.69 4,710.99 4,085.70 35,000.00 (35,000.00) - - 70,000.00 (12,000.00) 22,576.92 35,423.08 - 100.00 - 100.00 1,962.50 1,962.50 - 2,350.00 - 2,350.00 15,000.00 - 3,500.00 11,500.00 $ 144,000.00 $ (27,997.25) $ 31,037.84 Total Dollars Allocated for Park Projects Park Improvement Funds Available For Future Projects: * This is an estimation and may need to be adjusted based on development activity. 7/13/2011 2011 Park Improv 2nd Qtr 84,964.91 $ 77,551.46 CITY OF ANDOVER Park Improvement Fund Balance Sheet June 30, 201111 Assets: Current Assets Cash - Reserved $ 84,964.91 Cash - Unreserved 77,551.46 Total Cash 162,516.37 Interest / Tax Receivable - Due From Other Governments Liabilities and Fund Balance: Liabilities Accounts Payable Deposits Payable Total Liabilities Fund Balance Fund Balance 12 -31 -09 138,477.12 Excess of Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures 24,039.25 Total Fund Balance ' a w 162,5163t< "` Total Liabihhas and Furid Balance 162 Adz 7 �. 7/13/2011 2011 Park Improv 2nd Qtr Revenues: CITY OF ANDOVER Park Improvement Fund Revenues June 30, 2011 Property Tax / Fiscal Disparities- Current July 2011 Tax Settlement Dec 2011 Settlement 2011 Accrual Subtotal 53380 - Market Value Homestead Credit Oct 2011 MVHC Dec 2011 MVHC Subtotal 53420 - State DNR Grants 54365 - Park Dedication Fees Dynamic Sealing - ASN Subtotal 56910 - Interest Income 1 st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd & 4th Qtr Subtotal 58125 - Contributions /Donations Subtotal Budget $ 61,500.00 51,706.11 51,706.11 (225.55) (225.55) Misc Revenue Pipeline Easement Acquisition - Northern Natural Gas - Prairie Knoll 367.50 Temporary Workspace - Northern Natural Gas - Prairie Knoll 500.00 Tower Rental - Hidden Creek North 2,729.03 Subtotal $ 12,000.00 3,596.53 Total Revenue§ N, ` 73 5(10:00 5 077 09 �.....a Y�y 7/1312011 2011 Park Improv 2nd Qtr CITY OF ANDOVER Park Improvement Fund Expenditures June 30, 2011 Expenditures: Budget 61130 - R & M Supplies - Landscape Central Wood Products - Sophies Park $ 2,297.81 Subtotal 2,297.81 62200 - Rentals Subtotal 63010 - Contractual Services 15,000.00 * Andover HS - Eveland Fields Scoreboard 3,500.00 Sign Station - Sunshine Park Skateboard sign 325.49 Northern Technologies - Sunshine Park Skateboard 1,002.25 Subtotal 4,827.74 65200 - Building Subtotal 65300 - Improvements 129,000.00 Hawkridge Park 249.93 Sophies Park 2,413.18 Sunshine Park - Skateboard 21,249.18 Subtotal 23,912.29 Total Expenditures, � _ >� 144,000 00'�� , � 31007e8 � , Over ExpencJ�tures (70,500 00), X4039 2 Revenues ' - Miscellaneous Projects 7113/2011 2011 Park Improv 2nd Qtr 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -6923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park & Recreation Commission CC: David D. Berkowitz, Director of Public Works /City Engineer FROM: Todd J. Haas, Asst. Public Works Director SUBJECT: 9. Review Outstanding Items DATE: July 21, 2011 Issues list as of 7/19/11 COMPLETED PROJECTS — • Hills of Bunker Lake West Park — The security light was installed on June 9a' by Connexus Energy. Hopefully that will take care of some of the issues that we have had in the park over the past couple years. • Hawkridge Park —The trail has been paved. The topsoil and seed have been placed. ON -GOING PROJECTS - • Develop Site Plans for all existing parks which indicates the facilities available. (On- Going). • Update of Park Dedication Improvement Fund Quarterly Report — Item is on the agenda. • Update of Ouarterly Sheriffs Department Report on Park Patrol & Vandalism — Item is on the agenda. • City Hall Campus Hockey Outdoor Hockey Rink — The building exterior work is close to being completed. Public Works has fixed the washouts. Sophie's Park — All the concrete work has been completed. The shelter is close to being done. When you get a chance, stop by and see it for yourself. • Andover Station North Ballfield Scoreboards — Andover Baseball Association has hired an electrical engineer to design the wiring system. The scoreboards will be installed most likely in August. All 3 fields will have a scoreboard. ON -HOLD PROJECTS — TASK FORCE UPDATES — • Skateboard Task Force (Van Vark/Kowalewski) — Commissioners Van Vark and Kowalewski will provide an update. OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST — Prairie Knoll Park — Nothing new to report. We are still anticipating improvements yet this summer. Staff will keep the Commission up to date when things will start happening. The City Council has approved the location of the cell tower which will be located on the east side of the park near Prairie Road and just north of the southeast field. H:\Engineering \Parks \Park & Rec Packet Information \Items\2011 \072111\item 9.doc Community Garden Plots — All garden plots have been sold out for the upcoming season for 2011. Doe Park —The Dog Park Committee recently sent an e -mail to staff that things are going to start up again. To date, only one $100 donation has been received by the City recently. Information about the dog park can be found at (http: / /andoverdogpark.comn 2011 Events in City Parks or Facilities — At this point, the following activities are being checked into by the following Commissioners: • Geocachine/Melbere and Ramnath - Article is in the July /August newsletter • Skate Park Competitions and Camp/Van Vark — Article is in the July /August newsletter • Buildine of Bird Houses/Kowalewski - Working with the 4 -H Club to build these • Oreanized Trail Bike Ride/Lindahl - Need information from Commissioner Lindahl by the meeting otherwise it will have to wait until next spring to be in the newsletter. • Walking/Running Route Butler - Need proposed route from Commissioner Butler by the meeting otherwise it will have to wait until next spring to be in the newsletter. Note: If you have any items that you would like to add to the list, let me know at the meeting. HAEngineering%Parks\Park & Rec Packet Information lltems1201 1107 2 1 11 \item 9.doc 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park and Recreation Commission CC: David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer/Director of Public Works FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director SUBJECT: Al. Discuss Use of Park Facilities with Athletic Associations and School Districts DATE: June 16, 2011 INTRODUCTION The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to meet and discuss the options to meet growing demand for field usage with the associations and school districts. DISCUSSION The Park and Recreation Commission at the last meeting requested to hold a work session with local athletic associations and school districts to determine what kind of interest, thoughts, ideas and possible commitments related to the possibilities of additional conventional fields, outdoor artificial turf, a seasonal dome, or a permanent dome. Chairman Butler will lead into the discussion regarding the possible options for the Commission, Associations and School Districts to consider. City staff has notified a number of local associations that serve the residents of Andover (Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids and St. Francis) and all four high schools that serve the Andover area (Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids and St. Francis High Schools) by e-mail to attend the workshop. ACTION REQUIRED The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to meet and discuss the options to meet growing demand for field usage with the associations and school districts. Respectfully submitted, Todd J. Haas Attachments: E -mail that was sent to athletic associations and school districts Subject: Workshop meeting with City of Andover 7/11/11 Dear Associations and School District Representatives: As some of you may have heard, the Park Commission has been recently discussing the possibility of having artificial turf at one the city park facilities (location has yet to be determined) due to the increase in field demand and overuse of some of the fields. The discussion will also include the possibility of a seasonal or permanent dome (something similar to the Vadnais Heights dome that opened last fall). With the growth of most of the Andover Associations, the Commission do expect that fields are going to continue getting higher use. As you also know, there have been challenges of keeping the fields in good playable condition during the past 2 years due to the growth of the associations. The Park Commission has scheduled a workshop to discuss this further and your presence at the workshop will be very helpful. The meeting is set for Thursday, July 21" at 7:30 pm at Andover City Hall. The Park Commission would like at least 2 individuals from each of associations and school district to attend the meeting to hear your thoughts, ideas, and possible commitment for something like this to happen. The Commission will provide the details as to the possibilities or ideas at the meeting. If you have any questions or need more detail of the discussion, feel free to Todd Haas, Parks Coordinator, at 763 -767- 5131 orTed Butler, Park Commission Chair, at 763- 712 -0277. You can also contact us by e-mail. Note: If you are the person that should have received this, please forward this the appropriate individual of the association. Thank you. Todd Haas City of Andover �. OVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US TO: Park and Recreation Commission CC: David D. Berkowitz, City Engineer/Director of Public Works FROM: Todd J. Haas, Assistant Public Works Director SUBJECT: A2. Discuss Park Comprehensive Plan/Philosophy for the Replacement of Playground Equipment and Renovations for Rural and Urban Parks, Cont. DATE: July 21, 2011 INTRODUCTION The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to continue discussing the Park Comprehensive Plan and the philosophy for the replacement of playground equipment and renovations for rural and urban parks. DISCUSSION Attached is a copy of the proposed philosophy for the replacement of playground equipment and renovations for rural and urban parks for your review. The draft philosophy prepared by Chairman Butler was given to the Commission at the last meeting but has yet discussed to be discussed. ACTION REQUIRED The Park and Recreation Commission is requested to discuss the philosophy for the replacement of playground equipment and renovations for rural and urban parks. Respectfully submitted, Todd J. Haas Attachment: Proposed philosophy of replacement and renovations for rural and urban parks DRAFT City of Andover Park Development and Re- development Philosophy Parks System Vision The City of Andover aims to provide high quality parks that provide access to positive recreational experiences that appeal to a broad range of its citizens. Purpose of the Philosophy Statement This philosophy statement is intended to translate that vision into guidelines for achieving that goal in a sustainable and fiscally responsible manner. Relationship to Nearby County /Regional Parks In doing so, the city's goal for its parks system is not to duplicate opportunities already available through nearby county or regional parks, but rather to complement those offerings, provide opportunities more locally, or offer unique opportunities not available through existing county /regional parks. Types of Parks and Amenities Offered The city recognizes several classifications of parks within its system as part of its park dedication study. This philosophy covers the classifications of mini parks, neighborhood parks, and community parks. Each of these park types can be located in a variety of areas within the city and therefore may be developed or redeveloped differently depending on factors unique to each park such as neighborhood density, population demographics, and resident interests as well as physical and environmental features that may predispose them to being either active or passive parks. Mini parks Mini parks have a size of 2 acres or less and typically serve residents within X mile. Mini parks located in areas with residential lot sizes of less than 1 acre may have amenities such as children's play structures, picnic tables, and a half basketball court. Mini parks located in areas where most residential lots exceed 1 acre in size will generally be developed with similar features, but without children's play structures. There may be more modest children's play equipment such as swings or small spring rides. Neighborhood parks Neighborhood parks have a size of 2 to 20 acres and serve neighborhoods usually within % mile. Neighborhood parks located in areas with residential lot sizes of less than 1 acre may have amenities such as children's play equipment, picnic tables, small shelters, free skating rinks, and half or full basketball courts. Neighborhood parks located in areas where most residential lots exceed 1 acre in size will generally be developed with similar features, but without children's play equipment. Exceptions to that guideline may be made where playfields (such as baseball, soccer, etc.) exist where games are regularly played and where families are likely to bring other children who will make extensive use of play equipment. Community parks Community parks are typically 25 to 50 acres and serve the entire city. Passive use community parks, such as Kelsey Round Lake Park, are typically developed with trails or paths and other amenities intended to maximize the ability of residents to enjoy the natural environment of the park, typically without including sports amenities. Playground equipment may be included only if a suitable location that does not detract from the natural beauty of the park is identified. Active use community parks, such as Sunshine Park, typically feature multiple play fields where games are held regularly. These parks are considered prime locations for including amenities for families of participants in those games to take advantage of other recreation opportunities, such as playground equipment, basketball courts, etc. Local Resident Input on Neighborhood and Mini Parks When neighborhood parks or mini parks are initially developed or redeveloped, input from local residents will be obtained through two methods. First, the city will create an online survey assessing the needs and interests of the local neighborhood for the types of amenities desired at the park. Second, the parks commission, after reviewing survey responses, will hold a public hearing to solicit input from any interested residents. The city will notify nearby residents by mail of the opportunity to participate in the survey as well as the public hearing. In addition, the city will notify and the parks commission will solicit the input of youth athletic associations that may be positively or negatively affected by the park development or redevelopment.