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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 1, 2005 '\ j PARKAND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - SEPTEMBER 1,2005 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Park and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairman Jim Lindahl on September 1, 2005, 7:34 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners Present: Dan Masloski, Chairman Jim Lindahl, Ernest Bedor, Wendy Albee, Devon Walton, and Dave Blackstad (arrived 8:01 p.m.). Commissioners Absent: Meg Dudgeon Also Present: Parks Coordinator, Todd Haas J RESIDENTS FORUM There were no comments at this time. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Bedor, seconded by Masloski, to approve the August 18, 2005 Park Commission minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 5-ayes, O-nays, 2-absent (Dudgeon and Blackstad) vote. DISCUSS RURAL RESERVE PARK DEVELOPMENT Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to park development in the Rural Reserve Area. He added the Commission is requested to begin discussing the park development associated with the Rural Reserve Plan in terms of location and size. " ) Commissioner Walton asked if the Table 4 numbers are from the 2000 census or if they have been padded for the future. He also asked for an explanation of Table 6 and if the City has too many playfields according to the table. Mr. Haas replied he would review where the numbers were taken from and advise. He noted Table 6 indicates how many parks are anticipated to satisfy the needs of the Rural Reserve Area, adding the playfield number noted only satisfies the Rural Reserve Area, so the City does not have too many. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Afeeting Minutes - September !, 2005 Page 2 Commissioner Bedor asked what collector streets are. He also asked if the proposed parks are now farmland and what is the development time frame. Mr. Haas stated collector streets are higher traffic areas. He added these streets might shift over time depending on development. He indicated the proposed parks are now farmland which will be developed, but the time frame has not been set. Chair Lindahl stated the proposed park plan looks good. He added the proposed park 5 is in a good location. He also noted the availability of items such as McDonalds located close to parks is convenient and what parents want. Commissioner Albee asked how big is the lake off of Coon Creek. Mr. Haas stated 35 to 50 acres; the issue will need to be explored with the developers. Commissioner Walton commented he likes the plan as well as the proposed park 5 location, but has concerns regarding Crosstown Boulevard. Commissioner Masloski commented he is unsure about proposed parks (1 and 5) two blocks from each other. He added he likes the centrally located concept, to a point, but is unsure about putting ball fields on the proposed park 5. Chair Lindahl stated one of the two close parks would be connected to the trail service, which will be a small rest area. Commissioner Blackstad stated proposed park 5 replaces what parks the City has lost. He added there should still be another softball complex and another complex for baseball. Commissioner Albee stated she agrees with the park 5 location because it is near the two schools and YMCA. Chair Lindahl stated l6l5t and Round Lake Boulevard might be an alternative for a complex; it would draw a bigger commercial base and assist the area. Commissioner Bedor stated the parks must go where the people are. Commissioner Masloski stated he is not disagreeing with the proposed location of park 5, but he would like the proposed park 4 to be moved up and more centrally located. He added bluffs are good barriers for sound. Chair Lindahl replied if park 4 was moved up it would loose some amenities with the lake and creek. He added the intent with the proposed parks is geography; some are set by the topography. Commissioner Walton stated two issues to consider in the proposed park map are current ownerships and, the transition of soils in the Veterans Memorial Boulevard area. Chair Lindahl stated the proposed park map is only a proposal. He suggested the issue be brought up at the joint Council meeting for additional comments. He addt::d the number of participants and number of fields should be checked into for patterns. Mr. Haas / replied it could be added to the agenda. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - September 1, 2005 Page 3 , DISCUSS ADVERTISING SIGNS I CITY PARK FACILITIES, CONY. Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to the advertising of signs in park facilities. The three members that will be representing the Park Commission are Commissioners Bedor, Dudgeon, & Blackstad. Kelly Gothier will be representing the AAA, Joe Deitz will be representing ABA & Terry Boe will be representing AF A. He noted the Advertising Sign Task Force meeting has not yet been scheduled. He added this item is on the special joint meeting with the City Council for Thursday, September 15th to give them an update and appoint a Council member to the task force. Informational; no action needed. UPDATE OF FRISBEE GOLF FACILITY I FOX MEADOWS Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to the status of the Frisbee golffacility at Fox Meadows Park. He reported all of the baskets have been installed and the signs for each of the tees are going in this week; therefore, the course is ready for public use. He noted the grand opening for the course is planned for Thursday, September 15th at 6:00 p.m. The City Council has been invited since it is the same night as the joint meeting. He added two articles regarding the facility that everyone may want to read are the article in the sports section of the Star Tribute Metro North section and the article in the Andover newsletter. Informational; no action needed. REVIEW OF JOINT MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL Mr. Haas explained that this item is in regard to the Park Commission items on the agenda and the meeting date to meet with the City Council. He added the meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 15th at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Haas advised that the items that have been scheduled to be discussed at the meeting are as follows: o Andover Station North Park Improvement Fund/Andover Baseball Association o Discuss Proposed 2006-2010 Park CIP o Discuss Revised Draft Park Dedication Study o Discuss Advertising Signs/City Park Facilities o Discuss Skate Park Facility Informational; no action needed. REVIEW OUTSTANDING ITEMS Mr. Haas reviewed outstanding items. He updated the Commission on happenings at Prairie Knoll Park and Lunds North Park. Regular Andover Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - September 1, 2005 Page 4 CHAIR'S REPORT Commissioner Blackstad asked about handicapped signs in the park parking lots. Mr. Haas stated he would check into it. Commissioner Walton asked about the light at Sunshine Park. He added the article in the Andover Newsletter regarding the Frisbee park notes it is the third largest in the country in size. He also added in a magazine Andover was voted one ofthe top ten coldest places to live. Mr. Haas replied the Sunshine park light is on the next Council agenda for approval. Commissioner Albee stated she would like to explore the idea of concerts in parks. She added she will do some research on pricing, etc. Commissioner Lindahl asked if public works could be advised that on the east football field at Prairie Knoll there is a large hole in the south end zone. He added the skating rink at Prairie Knoll has gravel, etc. on it and needs to be cleaned off. He also asked who is controlling access to the Prairie Knoll buildings. Mr. Haas stated public works would be advised of the hole and skating rink. He added football checked out a key for the concession area at Prairie Knoll so they should be controlling building access. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Blackstad, seconded by Walton, to adjourn the meeting at 8:33 p.m. Motion carried on a 6-ayes, O-nays, I-absent (Dudgeon) vote. Respectfully Submitted, Cheryl Felix, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.