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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION NOVEMBER 5, 2020 4 Commissioner Chu commented that she is pleased to see this event continue as there have been so many things the community has been missing. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Ray stated that he was at Spooner Park tonight and displayed a photograph of the woods that is a beautiful area to walk. He noted that with the additional parking, new playground, and the shelter that will be revamped next spring this will be a gem in the City. The Community Services Manager replied that he is working with a group of students from Duluth looking for a naturalist project. He stated that the students will look at Spooner Park and the trail that goes to Gervais Mill Park to provide additional suggestions related to trails, natural play areas, and signage. Commissioner Ray thanked Commissioner Schletty for assisting with the election process. Commissioners Abruzzese and Darling commented that they also served as election judges. Commissioner Schletty encouraged any of the Commissioners and/or residents to volunteer as election judges in the future. He stated that since the group last met, he has visited Pioneer Park a few times and has not noticed anything different. Commissioner Horwath commented on the early snowfall received, noting that the plowing crew plowed in the extension to the trail. He stated that the trail extensions have to remain clear and available for people to access the trails from cul-de-sacs and streets, especially in this time when people are attempting to socially distance. Commissioner Darling commented that Rondo Park is still there, and nothing has changed. She stated that she is unsure how any of the parks got their names and asked if that is documented anywhere. The Community Services Manager confirmed that is documented and will be included in the interpretive signage that will be installed at the different parks. Commissioner Chu referenced the pond near the park she is assigned to and asked who is responsible for cleaning that out. She stated that there is some trash that needs to be cleaned out. The Community Services Manager commented that either community groups or staff would clean that area. Commissioner Chu stated that the group previously discussed the adopt-a-park concept and stated that perhaps more thought could be put into that idea.