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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPK PACKET 04142000CITY OF ST. ANTHONY PARKS COMMISSION AGENDA August 14, 2000 7:00 PM Conference Room I. CALL TO ORDER. II. ROLL CALL. III. APPROVE JULY 10, 2000 PARKS COMMISSION MINUTES. IV. DISCUSS CENTRAL PARK REDEVELOPMENT ITEMS. Augie Wong from BRW, Inc. will be present. V. REPORTS. A. Community Services. B. School Board. C. Sports Boosters. VI. OTHER BUSINESS. VII. ADJOURNMENT. I CITY OF ST. ANTHONY PARKS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 3 JULY 10, 2000 4 7:00 p.m. 6 Chair Jindra called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. and welcomed everyone in attendance. 171 CT -11 11111I:7a 9 8 Present: Chair Carol Jindra, Commissioners George Wagner, Julie Gebhardt, 9 Colleen Hallada, Daniel Ganley, and Jan Jenson. 10 Absent: None. 11 Also Present: Public Works Director Jay Hartman, Representative from School 12 Board Denise Dunn, Representative from Community Services Diane 13 Skrivseth; Representative from Sports Boosters George Zurbey; City 14 Council Liaison Amy Sparks. 15 III. APPROVE JUNE 12, 2000 PARKS COMMISSION MINUTES. Motion by Zurbey, second by Hallada, to approve the June 12, 2000 Parks Commission 17 Meeting Minutes with the following changes: 18 Page 1, Line 22, change "baseball" to "soccer" 19 Page 4, Line 9, change "July" to "June" 20 Motion carried unanimously. 21 IV. DISCUSS CENTRAL PARK REDEVELOPMENT, WATER TOWER PARK AND 22 SILVER POINT PARK PUNCH LIST ITEMS. 23 Chair Jindra introduced Mr. Bob Kost, BRW, and invited him to address the Commission. 24 Mr. Kost stated he would begin the discussion with Central Park redevelopment, and in that 25 respect, drew the Commission's attention to a handout, which depicted the design de - 26 velopment cost estimate of the Park. Mr. Kost stated that some retaining walls have been 27 determined to be needed due to the sloping of the land. This will help with maintenance and 28 with part of the trail system. Upon discussions with the engineer, some mill and overlay 29 work were being considered for the existing park parking lot. Curb repair will be part of the 30 project as well. 31 Mr. Kost continued his report by stating that, since the last meeting, a prefabricated restroom 32 and concessions facility had been considered -- as opposed to the building discussed at an 13 earlier meeting -- and a copy of the photographs for such facility were presented to the A Commissioners. The prefabricated facility depicted in the photographs would be installed 35 and plumbed, together with electricity. Parks Commission Meeting Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 2 1 In response to Chair Jindra's question regarding the difference between the prefabricated 2 building as opposed to what was considered before, Mr. Kost stated that difference is that the 3 prefabricated building has smaller space requirements and is not custom built. It allows for 4 additional flexibility. 5 Mr. Kost mentioned that the trails would be constructed so that maintenance vehicles would 6 be able to drive on the trail as necessary. Jenson mentioned the importance of vehicles being 7 able to have access to the trails for deliveries to the concession stand, among other things. 8 In response to some concern regarding the estimated cost of the redevelopment, Mr. Kost 9 stated that many items on the cost estimate were optional; however, BRW wished to present 10 the Commissioners with the best possible scenario for the Park and allow for reductions from 11 that point. 12 In response to an inquiry by Hallada regarding the cost of the building considered prior to 13 this meeting, Mr. Kost stated that the cost of the custom bathroom/concession stand would 14 have been approximately $50,000 once the fixtures were added. The prefabricated 15 bathroom/concession stand is estimated at $80,000; however Mr. Kost stated that a goal was 16 to have a building that would have an attractive appearance, durability, and easily 17 maintained. is Mr. Kost and the Commission reviewed a sketch of a floor plan for the bathroom facility and 19 various discussion ensued regarding potential modifications of the floor plan and bathroom. 20 Lighting of the park was discussed, and Koehntop mentioned the possibility that lighting 21 would not be needed on a regular basis due to Daylight Savings Time. He mentioned the 22 potential cost of the lighting as well. Sports Boosters Representative George Zurbey 23 mentioned that most parks are utilized until approximately 10:00 p.m., and due to the fact 24 that it starts to get dark by 9:00 p.m., lights could be an important feature. Jenson agreed, 25 particularly due to the fact that lighting requirements would be needed into the fall as 26 Daylight Savings Time decreases. 27 The location -- and the amount of lights -- was discussed, bearing in mind the close proximity 28 of the surrounding residents. 29 Jenson mentioned that he would like to particularly discuss lighting on two fields, which 30 would result in a figure of $160,000, as opposed to a figure of $280,000 which was 31 mentioned on the redevelopment cost estimate. 32 Mr. Kost mentioned that the Commission had previously discussed lighting the hockey rink, 33 and additionally inquired of the Commissioners if lighting on the trail would be considered. Parks Commission Meeting Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 3 I Various options for lighting of the hockey rink were discussed, as well as the time of day 2 when the Park would close and the lights turned off. 3 Jindra inquired about some potential solar lighting for the trails. Mr. Kost stated that the 4 problem with that type of system is due to the unpredictable weather of Minnesota. It would 5 confuse residents to have lighting at some times, and not others. 6 To review, Mr. Kost confirmed that two fields would utilize lighting, as well as the hockey 7 rink. 8 Mr. Ted Severson, 2504 33rd Avenue NE, was in the audience and noted that he has had 9 difficulty obtaining satisfactory results to his concerns about obtaining the soccer fields that 10 the soccer program needs. He stated that he has talked with City Hall, many residents, and 11 the Parks Commission and is frustrated by the lack of results. 12 Chair Jindra wished to clarify that Mr. Severson has attended meetings of the Parks 13 Commission and has been allowed to speak substantially about his concerns and the issues 14 surrounding the lack of field space. However, all programs have had to make concessions 15 due to the lack of space and the Commission is working diligently to provide the City with s the maximum amount of space possible and accommodate both the baseball and soccer 17 programs as well. 18 Jenson wished to clarify that, particularly in connection with Silver Point Park, that a lot of 19 the capacity for the in-house program has been lost. Baseball has had to make concessions, 20 along with the soccer program. 21 Mr. Severson stated that he wanted to be guaranteed a soccer field in order to schedule the 22 appropriate games and practices. Jindra stated that this plan is still in the process of being 23 created and his concerns and communications are being considered, along with other issues. 24 Ganley mentioned that trust and communication must be relied upon, and he felt that both 25 have been provided. Additionally, he stated that cooperation must be implemented in order 26 for trust and communication to continue. 27 Mr. Kost clarified that the discussion taking place surrounded a field management issue and 28 was not the issue intended to be discussed at the meeting regarding redevelopment of Central 29 Park. 30 It was determined to continue with the discussion of Central Park redevelopment, and Mr. 31 Kost continued by reviewing the punch list items with the Commissioners. These items 12 included a review of the aggressive skate facility, high school soccer fields, softball fields, - 3 sledding hill, and other issues. Parks Commission Meeting Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 4 1 The implementation of horseshoe pits as noted on the cost estimate was discussed because 2 horseshoe pits already exist at another park. Other options were considered instead of 3 horseshoe pits. 4 The Commissioners held a discussion regarding the turf to be implemented on the fields. 5 Additionally, Mr. Kost pointed out that the old wading pool would be demolished and a new 6 one built. Furthermore, sand volleyball was discussed for the Park as noted on the cost 7 estimate, as well as shuffleboard. 8 Specific details were discussed and reviewed, such as drinking fountain(s), benches, litter 9 receptacles, bike racks, and park signs. 10 Zurbey inquired if the Commission was being asked to approve the Central Park plan as pre - 11 sented. Mr. Kost mentioned that it would be beneficial to have the plan approved so that it 12 could be presented as sort of an unveiling at the VillageFest celebration. 13 Zurbey noted that he planned on taking the plan presented by BRW to the Sports Boosters 14 with the understanding that there would be some field rotation and some scheduling 15 information. 16 Jindra wished to state that she appreciated Mr. Severson's attendance and input. She did wish 17 to clarify, however, that the Parks Commission was not involved in field management and 18 field scheduling. 19 Mr. Severson agreed and noted that he wanted to work together with the residents and the 20 Parks Commission in making Central Park successful. 21 Mr. Kost said that a laminated board with the proposed Central Park redevelopment plan 22 would be made up to place at VillageFest. Comment cards were suggested to be placed 23 appropriately so that residents could make comments about the proposed plan. 24 Jindra mentioned that the timeframe question has been mentioned repeatedly by residents 25 regarding the park. Discussion ensured regarding the best time to close the park in order to 26 begin reconstruction and it was mentioned that possibly sometime in June 2001. 27 Jenson recommended that Zurbey discuss possible funding issues with the Sports Boosters 28 and the level of commitment of funding in which the organization is interested. 29 Jindra reviewed that the Commission would approve the plan as presented with changes as 30 discussed at the meeting, and that a laminated board would be presented at VillageFest 31 depicting the proposed plan. Wagner and Jenson agreed that the City Council should review 32 the Plan prior to presenting it as a proposal at VillageFest. Parks Commission Meeting Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 5 1 It was noted that a City Council meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, and it was sug- 2 gested that City Council liaison Amy Sparks bring the issue to the Council at that meeting. 3 Ganley mentioned that this was only a proposed plan. However, Wagner expressed his 4 opinion that the City Council should be aware of the plan prior to presentation at VillageFest. 5 Discussion ensued about the issue of presenting the plan at the VillageFest celebration, and it 6 was determined that it must be clearly stated that the plan was simply a "proposed" plan. 7 Amy Sparks mentioned that she would announce to the City Council at the meeting on July 8 11, 2000 that the Parks Commission was planning on posting the proposed plan at 9 VillageFest. Mr. Kost noted that he and his associate, Augie Wong, would be willing to - 10 attend a City Council meeting and explain the plan and developments of Central Park. 11 Jindra noted that Silver Point Park and Water Tower Park were both on the agenda. Mr. Kost 12 noted that WSB & Associates was in charge of Silver Point Park, and that issue would be 13 tabled. I Augie Wong, BRW, noted some punch list items of Water Tower Park that required the 15 Commission's attention. He reviewed a list with the Commissioners and provided an update 16 to outstanding issues. Details such as raising the basketball hoop, and some restriping, 17 bathroom repaving, were discussed. Mr. Wong noted some minor issues that needed to be 18 reviewed for the playground area. 19 Jindra noted that on May 20, 1999, the remaining play equipment was ordered and is yet to 20 be received. Mr. Wong stated that he has determined that the company is awaiting a safety 21 approval of the remaining equipment. Mr. Wong stated that he planned on meeting with 22 Flannigans (the company from which the equipment was ordered), and with Public Works 23 Director Jay Hartman. 24 Mr. Wong stated he would work with Flannigans to ensure a satisfactory resolution. 25 V. REPORTS. 26 A. Community Services. 27 Diane Skrivseth stated that Community Services does not meet during the summer. 28 B. School Board. 29 Denise Dunn will be attending a meeting on Tuesday, July 11, 2000 and will report back to 30 the Commission at the Commission's next meeting. 6 -31 C. Snorts Boosters. Parks Commission Meeting Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 6 1 George Zurbey will be meeting with the Sports Boosters, will present the proposed plan, and 2 report back to the Commission at the next meeting. 3 4 VI. OTHER BUSINESS. 5 Jindra noted that the Parks Commission's next meeting was scheduled for August 14, 2000. 6 Ganley noted that Hennepin County Parks would occupy a trailer for the VillageFest 7 celebration. He suggested that the Parks Commission coordinate an effort with the Hennepin a County Parks for VillageFest. 9 VIII. ADJOURNMENT. 10 Motion by Ganley, second by Hallada, to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m. 11 12 Respectfully submitted, 13 Sue Selseth 14 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Motion carried unanimously.