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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 8, 1973 ') '. / '. ) o MINUTES OF GROW TOWNSHIP PARK/RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING HELD MARCH 8, 1973 AT CROOKED LAKE SCHOOL Meeting was called to order at 7:50 p.m. by Chairman Trueman Hulegaard. Members present: Britton, Griswold, Heidelberger, Hulegaard, Kappelhoff, Oslund, Sloth. Members excused: Carlson, Schneider, P & Z member. Minutes of the last meeting were read and corrected. was made by Art Sloth, seconded by Jim Griswold that be approved as corrected. Motion carried. Motion the minutes Guests: Jim Green, Dennis Johnson from Cedar Crest Estates Eileen Jaworski, Mary Kalbo from Langseth/Thrane Addition (173rd Lane N. W.) OLD BUSINESS :) Jim Green, Guest, asked for clarification on "maintenance" that would be done by the residents of his area on the proposed skating rink. Jim Griswold explained that, hopefully, the only maintenance that would be required would be the sweeping of the rink, because the snow removal and resurfacing had been provided for in the proposed budget. Mary Kalbo presented the petition that had been mentioned at the last Board meeting. Eileen Jaworski stated their reasons for attending the meeting, which were to present the petition, clarify that this was officially dedicated park land on which the rink would be built, and to state reasons why that particular park area would be the best site for a skating rink in the area - because none of the children would have to cross a major county road, because it was an easily accessible area, because the area was flat and wouldn't require a lot of preparation for the rink. There was discussion regarding the fact that the Langseth area would be better than the Cedar Crest area, because the Cedar Crest area was nothing more than a slough. Trueman stated that there might be an advantage to having a natural pothole to begin with, because of the water that would be standing in it which would eliminate rebuilding and flooding each year. The land acquisition group will follow up for title and platting necessities on the Langseth Addition park area. , '\ J Dean Oslund brought up the Oak Ridge Manor park area, which consists of approximately 1-1/4 acres with a natural depression. He has called John Wallenbecker, who will call Dean back if he discovers he is the owner of the property, and will possibly sell it to Grow Township. The area would be used for a skating rink, since there is standing water in it. It may need some dredging. ~ o ~ \ ) ~ J MINUTES - MARCH 8, 1973 Page 2 /' Jim Kappelhoff gave a report on the status of the proposed regulation-size hockey rink. He had spoken with Jim Steward, the director of the Community Services group, who is in favor of the proposal. He would like a proposal from the Park Board with target date, cost, details such as: are we going to buy the board, are we going to, put it up, are we going to maintain it. The proposal is to be signed by all Board members for presentation by Jim Stewart to the School Board for approval. Jim Kappelhoff mentioned that the School District may put up the lighting and a warming house if they approve it. Jim feels that it would be wise to have a supervisor during the winter months to avoid problems that may arise. Dean Oslund reported on the Round Lake Project tour with Otto Schmidt, the township planner. Dean, Lyle Bradley and Schmidt had taken a short tour of the area on President's Day. Schmidt feels it is a good project, but feels if we are to get federal aid we should try to get it included with the Metropolitan Council's Open Space program. The land acquisition group will attend a Metro Council meeting in the near future and present it to the Council. Minutes of last meeting were reopened for corrections and/or additions. Two additions were made regarding Langseth petition and Griswold's research into lighting for rinks. Motion made by Sloth, seconded by Griswold that minutes be accepted as corrected. Motion carried. Jim Griswold gave his report on the lighting for the park areas. Anoka Elec~ric Company will put up security lights and will charge us $2.25 per month for each light. They will place the poles within 100 feet of any existing pole in the area. If additional poles are necessary, they will charge $30 per pole to bring the security light into the park area. (For example, if the nearest existing pole is 300 feet from the park area, they would charge us for two additional poles to run the line to the security light pole.) Griswold will check with Dick Beens to see if we can legally light our parks with security lights, or if they would be considered street lights. Art Sloth suggested we have lights with switches or timers to avoid having three a.m. skating parties which would be a nuisance to nearby residents. Griswold will check on this point to see if there will be any additional cost, etc. Art Sloth brought up the question of the Land Acquisition forms which were handed out at the last meeting. He would like to see these utilized at each meeting, including pictures of the area, possibly to write up one park area or more at each meeting until we have a complete inventory of existing parklands, and continue using the forms as we acquire more parkland. Dean suggested we take pictures as soon as possible before the foliage gets too heavy. / , .J \ ) ,--..., o MINUTES - MARCH 8, 1973 Page 3 Dean Oslund will pick up more copies of Grow Township maps so we can have more park area inventory maps set up. Trueman mentioned the lake in the Green Acres area (Mr. Menkveld). There are no definite plans as yet. Will have more information at the next meeting. He has had no luck on contacting Ed Fields regarding a possible land donation. Will report at next meeting. Trueman mentioned Addition would be and unobstructed. area, so a picnic that for the tot lot program, the Quickstrom the easiest area to work with since it is flat There are a few trees toward the back of the table might work well there, too. Jim Griswold ~rought up the Crooked Lake Acquisition. There may be problems in acquiring that property because the title is not clear. There is a possibility of two outstanding contracts on the lot. Trueman suggested we check with the contract holders regarding possible waiver. ;:) One of the guests asked who decides where the skating rinks and ba11fie1ds, etc., are to be placed. Trueman pointed out after some discussion that it would be up to the Park Board to decide on the placement of the recreation areas after receiving input from the citizens as to what they want, after studying the area for potential use, and how many citizens would benefit from the park in that area. NEW BUSINESS Art Sloth remarked that we need more money in our proposed budget for land acquisition. Guest Dennis Johnson volunteered to make a motion at the Annual Meeting that the budget be increased by at least $5,000 for land acquisition. Dean mentioned that the Nature Conservancy would loan money for land acquisition only with proof that earnest money had been paid on the property. Trueman pointed out that it should be defined in the Zoning and Planning Ordinance that land or monies in lieu of land be definitely turned over the the Park Board and not be turned over to the Town Board, for purposes of expediting park plans. -, J Jim Kappe1hoff mentioned that additional justification for an increase in our budget might be in the form of a summer recreation program. He handed out brochures on the Anoka summer program and explained in detail the program which requires a director and assistants, preferably one boy and one girl. Any number of activities could be set up, crafts, films shown, clubs organized, etc. He pointed out that we j , \ , ) C) MINUTES - MARCH 8, 1973 Page 4 should be able to use the school's equipment - balls, bats, etc., instead of letting the equipment lie idle over the summer months. This equipment would be used under supervision of the director and/or his assistants. The summer program would run approximately eight weeks during the summer months. Dean brought out the fact that the Community School provided for some of these things, and Cecil agreed that the area was gradually becoming part of the Community School and the use of equipment could be a reality. Jim Kappelhoff stated that we would probably need about $2,000 for salaries, additional equipment, etc, possibly $2,500. Mrs. Jaworski questioned the figure as to correctness and Jim Griswold pointed out that Jim Kappelhoff had been involved in the park program in Anoka and was well qualified to quote figures and prices. Jim Kappelhoff pointed out that we would need a supervisor for sure, and would have to ask for some volunteer help from parents and interested parties on some of the activities. Cecil Heidelberger mentioned that Boy Scouts could also be asked to help, since some have already been trained in activities such as archery, swimming, etc., which would be a part of the summer program. C) Trueman asked for a concensus on the recreation program. Jim Green and Dennis Johnson were definitely in favor of a summer program. Mrs. Jaworski pointed out that we had enough to do without taking on additional projects. Trueman Hulegaard pointed out that we have to start somewhere and we should try to start as soon as possible. Art Sloth said that by beginning now on a small scale we may avoid problems later. It was agreed that we consider the summer recreation program a part of the additional $5,000 we will ask for at the Annual Meeting on March 13. PRESENTATION FOR ANNUAL MEETING It was decided that we would set out our short and long range goals, proposed budget and the questionnaire as the major parts of our presentation. The Questionnaire was revised by the Board with assistance from our guests. Corrections in format of budget and goals were made. Dean Oslund and Sylvia Britton will see that the proposed budget, short and long range goals, and the questionnaire are typed and run off on ditto or another form of duplication, and are stapled together to be handed out at the Annual Meeting. Jim Griswold Moved to accept items for presentation as changed, Art Sloth seconded. Carried. / ') \.J Trueman mentioned that the presentation should give some background as to how the Park Board got started. Jim Griswold and Trueman Hulegaard will give the presentation and will incorporate as many ideas from the members of the Board as possible, keeping in mind that we have a minimum length of time to present our budget and goals to the citizens. / J ..- _/ \ ) MINUTES - MARCH 8, 1973 Page 5 o ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Jim Griswold stated that the minus figure of $70.24 which had been given to us by the Township Treasurer had been in error, and should have been a plus figure close to $lOO. Mrs. Eveland regretted the error, and we accepted the new figure of $ Attendance at meetings was discussed briefly. The matter was tabled until the next meeting. Art Sloth presented a matter for thought and discussion. He would like to see Coon Creek and Crooked Lake stocked and restocked with game fish. He asked permission to write a letter to the Department of Natural Resources, Game and Fish Division, signed by the Grow Township Park/Recreation Advisory Board members. Jim Griswold moved that Art write such a letter, said letter to be approved and signed by all Board members; seconded by Dean Oslund. Motion carried. o Art Sloth also brought up the idea that our land acquisition group present Coon Creek along with the Round Lake Project to the Metropolitan Council as part of the Open Space program presentation from Grow Township. Lyle Bradley left a note with the secretary stating that it might be wise to have a meeting with Dave Torkildson, Anoka County Park Supervisor, at our earliest convenience. Art Sloth stated we should probably decide at our next general meeting on a meeting date with Mr. Torkildson. Chairman Hulegaard thanked the guests for attending the meeting and asked them to come again. Motion made by Art Sloth to adjourn~ seconded by Cecil Heidelberger~ carried. Meeting adjourned at lO:35 p.m. Next regular meeting will be held on April 12, 1973, 7:30 p.m. at Crooked Lake School. r, "-.-J S. Britton Secretary