06-07-2017 Parks & Rec Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION June 7, 2017 become much more sophisticated in recent years, especially biking on highly trafficked streets. He indicated there are innovative ideas that may help connect biking opportunities within the City. Chair Miller stated he would like to see the East and West sections of the City better connected. Kost noted this is a good time to be aspirational and consider all possibilities. He suggested a bike and pedestrian bridge to connect the two sides of the City. Kost stated each park is a destination and it is important to look at how people can get there. Chu stated additional signage, and trailhead information would be helpful to allow people to choose a shorter or longer route depending on their time. Kost stated this could also have information on where benches and rest points are located to help make people feel more comfortable choosing a new route. Chair Miller suggested this discussion be continued at a workshop before the July meeting at 5:30. Sullivan stated she would like to see more connectedness throughout the City, and a safe way for residents to get to parks. Horwath reminded the Commission that big ideas are good, but they are also expensive. Chu thanked Kost and Springer for helping define ways to meet people where they are at to gather their input. Chair Miller thanked SEH for their presentation. Kost shared his enthusiasm to begin the Parks Master Plan process. Darling asked how SEH would advertise their presence at Canadian Days. She suggested a float in the parade to spread the word about the Parks Master Plan Process. The City Administrator stated staff would bring ideas to the next meeting. Chair Miller stated there would be a workshop prior to the July 6th meeting at 5:30 to continue the park needs discussion. The Community Services Manager reported the next Market Place Morning Talk topic is Keeping our Spirit Renewed on June 14 at 9:30 a.m. The Community Services Manager reported the Veteran’s Memorial Park dedication would be on June 14 at 5:00 p.m. and the Commission is invited to attend. The Community Services Manager reported Ramsey County would have their annual Hotdog with a Deputy event on June 27 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in Pioneer Park. The Community Services Manager reported the dog park is almost complete, and the sign is being finalized. He noted the leash/unleash area OTHER BUSINESS