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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION November 3, 2016 for Capital Improvement Projects within the Parks, while maintaining adequate funds in the account for future acquisition needs. Darling seconded the motion. The motion passed 5 – 0. The Director stated that Chu’s and Chair Miller’s terms were coming to an end and they would both need to renew if they want to continue. To reapply, the member has to submit a letter of intent to the City Clerk. The positions will also be advertised as open. Chair Miller stated the City Council has asked to hold a joint workshop with the Parks and Recreation Commission on Wednesday November 16th at 6:00pm to discuss Capital Improvement Projects and Funding. The Recreation Supervisor reported she had spoken with two people from the City of Lauderdale where they used to have a skating rink that was also used as a dog park. They said it was well liked and used until the skating rink was cemented in. Rosemount also had two skating rinks that were used as dog parks between April 1st and November 30th. The Recreation Supervisor explained that although dog owners were not able to use the area in the winter months, it was never a problem because they knew when it was open and rules were also posted at the site. Schletty noted using a skating rink as a dog park would also be a good way to pilot its usage. Chair Miller asked if the cities had to invest any money in the dog park. The Recreation Supervisor indicated the amount was very minimal. Chair Miller asked if the City owned the ice rink near the Roseville Middle School. The Recreation Supervisor said she was unsure. Schletty asked if the City would need to worry about any liability issues. The Recreation Supervisor thought providing rules would limit any liability issues. The Recreation Supervisor reported the last Market Place Morning Talk of the year would take place Wednesday November 9th at 9:30 at the Bingo Hall. They will be having a holiday party. The Recreation Supervisor reported basketball registration for girls and boys grades 3 – 8 was open until the end of the week. Registration can be done online or in person, but needed to be turned in as soon as possible since the department had extended the registration deadline and teams were being formed. The Director reported the Little Canada Recreation Association was moving forward with the funding for updating Gilbertson Field. The LCRA has approved spending up to $35,000 on new sod, new bleachers, placing concrete slabs underneath the player benches, and replacing the fencing. OTHER BUSINESS