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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPK PACKET 05102004Tour of Central Park May 10, 2004 - 6:OOPM (Meet behind Community Center) CITY OF ST. ANTHONY PARKS COMMISSION AGENDA May 10, 2004 7:00 P.M. Conference Room I. CALL TO ORDER. II. ROLL CALL. III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 12, 2004 PARKS COMMISSION MINUTES. IV. URS REPRESENTIVE UPDATE. V. UPDATE FOR CENTRAL PARK GRAND OPENING VI. REPORTS: A. Community Services B. School Board C. Sports Boosters VII. OTHER BUSINESS. VIII. ADJOURNMENT. 1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 2 PARKS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 4 5 April 12, 2004 6 7:00 p.m. 7 Conference Room 8 9 10 I. CALL TO ORDER. 11 Chair Jindra called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and welcomed everyone in attendance. 12 13 II. ROLL CALL. 14 Present: Chair Carol Jindra, Vice Chair Doug Koehntop, Commissioners 15 Daniel Ganley, Julie Gebhardt, Colleen Hallada, and Eva 16 Knudson, Erich Young. 17 18 Absent: Representative from Sports Boosters George Zurbey. 19 20 Also Present: Public Works Director Jay Hartman; City Council Member Randy 21 Stille; Representative from the School Board Denise Dunn; and 22 URS Representative, Rich Koechlien. 23 24 Chair Jindra stated that the Parks Commission and the City Council held their annual joint meeting prior to the regular Parks Commission meeting. She explained that the intent of the meeting is to provide 26 updates on what is going on in the Village in addition to sharing information regarding the parks. 27 28 III. APPROVAL MARCH 8, 2004 PARKS COMMISSION MINUTES. 29 30 Motion by Vice Chair Koehntop, second by Commissioner Hallada, to approve the March 8, 2004 Parks 31 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented. 32 33 Motion carried unanimously 34 35 IV. PARKS UPDATE 36 37 A. Update from Committee on Upcoming Central Park Grand Opening. 38 39 Chair Jindra stated that the Commission has been in discussion regarding the grand opening of Central 40 Park. She indicated that they have tentatively decided on Tuesday June 9, 2004. She stated that a sub- 41 committee has been formed and has been meeting to discuss the plans for the Grand Opening. She 42 stated that residents are welcome to attend and encouraged anyone interested to join in on the planning 43 to attend the meetings. 44 45 Vice Chair Koehntop noted that the high school is planning a trip for the students and asked if the trip d A was scheduled during that timeframe. Ms. Dunn confirmed that it was close to the same date that is being considered for the Grand Opening. 48 Parks Commission Meeting Minutes April 12, 2004 Page 2 1 Chair Jindra suggested contacting the Music Director to inquire about the possibilities of the jazz band 2 or concert band's participation. She noted that the date is tentative adding that once they decide on a 3 final date they can then begin to publicize the event to the general public. 4 5 Chair Jindra noted that Mr. Koechlien is present and asked for a status on the Parks. 6 7 Mr. Koechlien reviewed the punch list items with the Commission. He stated that the areas around the 8 pavilion would be completed in time for the Grand Opening. He indicated that John Hook is responsible 9 for the fields and would touch base with him for an update. He stated that they are trying to start the 10 seeding noting that it has been difficult with the wetness. He stated that approximately 75% of the 11 hockey boards have been removed and that they should be able to begin installing the new boards as 12 early as tomorrow. He stated that they are still working on the batting cages and indicated that they 13 have received a couple of estimates for the installation. Chair Jindra noted that the Sports Boosters are 14 very anxious to get the batting cages done in time for the season. 15 16 Mr. Koechlien reviewed the areas where they plan to place asphalt, including curbs noting that the costs 17 would be fairly expensive. Chair Jindra asked if the asphalt would be completed in time for the Grand 18 Opening. She also asked if the northwest fields were extended to the 75-foot capacity for the second 19 base. Public Works Director Hartman confirmed and reviewed the schedule with the Commission. He 20 stated that they would need to contact Troy regarding the second base. 22 Chair Jindra asked Mr. Koechlien if there has been any discussion with the School Board regarding the 23 water drainage issues. Mr. Koechlien reviewed their concerns noting that it has always been their 24 intention to deal with the drainage. Public Works Director Hartman stated that Augie has put together a 25 list that includes costs for the storm grating between upper and lower parking lot. He indicated that the 26 school has taken care of that issue. He stated that the second item was to add a second bituminous curb 27 to help with the flow of water. He stated that the costs were estimated at $20,000 and the school did not 28 have the funds. 29 30 Chair Jindra asked if hay bales were going away. Public Works Director Hartman confirmed that the 31 hay bales would be removed noting that they were for seasonal use and reviewed with the Commission. 32 33 Chair Jindra asked if the practice field had been sealed. Public Works Director Hartman confirmed that 34 both the football and practice fields were done. 35 36 Chair Jindra stated they would review again when they tour next month. 37 38 Mr. Koechlien referenced the tree replacement stating that he is not sure if they have been in the area. 39 He stated that he would prefer to wait to see what is budding noting that this would give them a more 40 accurate count for replacement. He stated that he would walk the area with them and review the 41 punchlist at the same time. 42 Commissioner Ganley asked if they know when they plan to go in and determine what trees are good or 44 not. Mr. Koechlien stated they would begin to review the area in early May. 45 Parks Commission Meeting Minutes April 12, 2004 Page 3 1 Chair Jindra stated that the Commission would like to see Central Park officially open by the end of 2 June and asked if everything would be ready by the end of June. Mr. Koechlien assured the 3 Commission that the end of June would not be a problem. He stated that his only concern was the 4 hockey boards. 5 6 Chair Jindra reminded the residents to keep their dogs on a leash and clean up after them when walking 7 them in the park. She asked if signs would be posted and if they would be enforced. Public Works 8 Director Hartman stated that the signs were ordered and have been received noting that they would be 9 installed soon and reviewed with the Commission. 10 11 Commissioner Knudson suggested utilizing an in the ground recycler. She reviewed with the 12 Commission stating that she would do more research and provide them with an update. 13 14 Commissioner Gebhardt asked if they would have sidewalk bins for recycling. Chair Jindra agreed 15 noting that some Cities have bins installed in their parks for both trash and recycling. She agreed that it 16 would help to encourage the residents to recycle. Public Works Director Hartman asked if an outside 17 vendor would provide the bins or would the City have to purchase them. Chair Jindra stated that there 18 are several options, outside vendors or a direct purchase by the City. She stated that she has seen 19 catalogs with recycling bins similar to what she has seen in other parks. Public Works Director Hartman 20 stated that he would research the possibilities and update the Commission. hi Vice Chair Koehntop referenced the trails along the school property and suggested discussing the 23 maintenance and cleanup for that area. Ms. Dunn stated that she would review the maintenance 24 agreements and update the Commission. 25 26 Commissioner Ganley referenced the barbecue grills noting that they are cemented into place. He 27 expressed concerns stating that the way they were installed it would be difficult to clean the grills. He 28 asked if it would be possible to improve the design to allow the adjustment of height for the grill with 29 respect to heat and cleaning. Chair Jindra agreed that there is not much clearance and asked Public 30 Works Director Hartman if they were going to check into a refuse bin for the coals. Public Works 31 Director Hartman agreed that it is a poor design stating that they are researching the possibility of 32 installing grills outside the building on concrete pads. 33 34 Commissioner Ganley expressed concerns regarding the fee structure for renting space in the new 35 commons. He stated that the fees to rent enclosed space would be $155 and the plaza area would be 36 $35. He asked for clarification on how Community Services arrived at the charges. He stated that it 37 was explained that they reviewed New Brighton's fee structure and asked if they had included any other 38 metro areas. He expressed concerns that the facility would not be utilized stating that the fees are rather 39 expensive. He suggested starting with a more moderate fee until it becomes more successful and then 40 consider implementing a higher fee for facility rental. Chair Jindra agreed noting that determining fee 41 structure for park facilities was not under their jurisdiction. Public Works Director Hartman confirmed 42 that the Community Services Depaituient is responsible for determining the fee structure for all City Parks. He suggested that the Commission research the process used to determine the fees. Chair Jindra 4'4 suggested that Commissioner Ganley write a letter, on behalf of the Commission, to the Community 45 Services Department regarding the fee structure. Commissioner Ganley stated that he would initiate a Parks Commission Meeting Minutes April 12, 2004 Page 4 1 letter for the Commission to review. 2 3 Commissioner Gebhardt asked if they have made a decision as to who would be doing the plantings for 4 flowers in the park. Public Works Director Hartman stated that several of the homeowners would be 5 helping with the Maplewood extension and that the area near the plaza would have low maintenance 6 perennials. 7 8 Vice Chair Koehntop asked if they had talked to the Village Gardeners to determine their availability. 9 Public Works Director Hartman stated that they did talk with them noting that their schedule is pretty 10 busy. He stated that he would touch base with them again to see where they are at with their work 11 schedule. 12 13 Commissioner Young stated that he recently had the opportunity to use the new tennis courts noting that 14 the courts are really great. He noted that the center strap that provides tension for the nets was missing 15 and asked if this would be addressed. He expressed concerns stating that the center strap is necessary in 16 order to provide the proper tension for the nets. Public Works Director Hartman stated that the nets are 17 brand new and should have included the center strap. He stated that he would check on it and ensure 18 that this is taken care of. 19 20 B. Silver Point Park 42 Chair Jindra asked if Silver Point Park has been seeded. Public Works Director Hartman stated that he 23 would touch base with Todd for an update on the seeding. 24 25 Chair Jindra asked if they had taken down the boards for the rink. Public Works Director Hartman 26 clarified that the boards would not be removed as it is a permanent rink. Chair Jindra asked him to make 27 sure the Boosters are aware of that. 28 29 Chair Jindra noted next month's tour of Central Park and suggested scheduling a tour for the Water 30 Tower and Silver Point Park for the following month. The Commission agreed to meet on Monday, 31 May 10, 2004 at 6:00 p.m., behind the Community Center to take their tour of Central Park. She 32 indicated that the Commission would review all punch list items at that time. 33 34 V. REPORTS. 35 36 A. Community Services. 37 38 None. 39 40 B. School Board. 41 42 School Board Representative Denise Dunn stated that the School Board held a joint meeting with City Council last Monday. She reviewed their discussion with the Commission noting that the task forces are up and running. She stated that Food Services would begin meeting next week and reviewed. 45 Parks Commission Meeting Minutes April 12, 2004 Page 5 1 C. Sports Boosters. 2 3 Chair Jindra noted that Mr. Zurbey is not present this evening adding that she is aware of his concerns 4 regarding completion of the batting cages. She asked Mr. Koechlien and Public Works Director 5 Hartman to contact Mr. Zurbey and provide him with an update on their progress. 6 7 VI. OTHER BUSINESS. 8 9 Commissioner Knudson asked if they know what type of fertilizers are used in the parks. She suggested 10 checking into the type of fertilizers being used and suggested considering organic fertilizers. Public 11 Works Director Hartman stated that he was not sure noting that he would check into it and update the 12 Commission. He acknowledged the safety concerns for both children and dogs and assured the 13 Commission that this is taken into consideration. 14 15 Commissioner Knudson stated that she has information regarding survey results that does show the 16 affects on dogs and children. She stated that she would provide copies to the Commission for their 17 review. Chair Jindra suggested that she also share the information with John Hopco. 18 19 VII. CITY COUNCIL UPDATE - Randy Stille — City Council 20 None. .42 23 VII. NEXT AGENDA 24 25 • Tour of Central Park 26 • Update on Grand Opening Event 27 28 X. ADJOURNMENT. 29 30 Motion by Commissioner Gebhardt, second by Vice -Chair Koehntop, to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 31 p.m. 32 33 Motion carried unanimously. 34 35 Respectfully submitted, 36 37 Bonita Sullivan 38 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. �U 2/417 /g,06)07 Uli 61.3,44 /O7 2 V 7� D O-'�i pPf,0�/6, 494,4-• 26,;„.66,c/i7i/b (;,*(/-7-6-) 26,, ‘2-2. ‘,fw j6vk!_l til 6-C/ l