Nature Preserve Commission

REGULAR ANDOVER OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING JULY 9, 2014 MINUTES The Regular Meeting of the Andover Open Space Advisory Commission was called to order by Chairperson Gretchen Sabel at 7:04 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Aaron Jarson, Kim Kovich, Jim Myers, Bruce Perry, and Suzanne Van Hecke Commissioners absent: Jim Olson Also present: David Carlberg, Community Development Director RESIDENT FORUM No one wished to address the Commission. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June 11, 2014 Motion by Commissioner Kovich, Second by Commissioner Perry, to approve the minutes of June 11, 2014. Motion passed 6-0. OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION UPDATE Mr. Carlberg advised that things have been quiet as Mr. Wold continues to work on the Country Oaks North project and provided an update on that progress. He believed the best course of action for the Selmer property would be to continue to wait. He noted that there is another property that has been a challenge for the City in regard to police calls and activity on the south end of Round Lake. He advised that the parcel is roughly 4.3 acres and has access to the lake. He advised that the neighboring parcel is owned by the State of Minnesota in Trust and stated that perhaps the City could approach the property owner in attempt to purchase the land as open space. He confirmed that the property owner would need to fund the cleanup of the property prior to sale, should that occur. He stated that he will speak with Mr. Haas to determine if the Park and Recreation Commission would have interest in the property as they have discussed a master plan to acquire property around Round Lake. Chair Sabel asked for an update on the parking lot construction for the Aasness open space. Mr. Carlberg advised that the permits have been received from Anoka County to do work in the Hanson Blvd (C.R. 78) right of way. The work should begin after Fun Fest and will be complete by the end of the summer. FUN FEST PREPARATION Mr. Carlberg advised that the shirts were distributed tonight for the Commission to wear when staffing the booth this weekend. He provided a copy of a handout that will be available at the booth for distribution and noted that most of the suggested comments have been incorporated, using the space available. He briefly highlighted the other information that will be available at the booth. He stated that he also obtained parking passes for the Commissioners to park in the City Hall parking lot for the event. He advised that the scheduled shifts for the Commissioners were included in the packet and were also emailed to the Commissioners. Regular Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes – July 9, 2014 Page 2 OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Carlberg advised that two Eagle Scouts have approached the City and would like to build kiosks in Martin’s Meadows and North Woods Preserve as their projects. He provided sketches of different kiosk options and confirmed that the Commission prefers the three-sided option with a more basic roof. He advised that the Eagle Scouts are attempting to raise funds for the projects but noted that City staff would be involved in the specifications for the kiosk in order to ensure consistency. a. Next Meeting: August 13, 2014 Noted. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Kovich, Second by Commissioner Perry, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 p.m. Motion passed 6-0. Respectfully submitted, David Carlberg Community Development Director Drafted by: Amanda Staple, Recording Secretary