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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION December 3, 2020 3 Vipasha Bansal reviewed the distribution strategy for the survey which was released in November. She stated that the soft deadline is to close the survey by December 11th. She reviewed the marketing statistics for the survey provided through Facebook and the QR codes on the yard signs. Kendra Klenz reviewed some of the preliminary results from the survey questions related to Pioneer Park and it currently exists and the desires for the future. Chair Miller stated that this was great information that he does not believe the City would have been able to collect on its own and thanked the fellows for their work and expressed appreciation for the input that was able to be gathered during the pandemic. Commissioner Darling commented that she found it interesting that the residents want to focus on this being a community park rather than a regional attraction. She stated that she would also see this as a great opportunity to incorporate the history of the community into this project. Commissioner Chu thanked the fellows, recognizing how they have been able to adapt during the pandemic to collect this information. She echoed the comments of incorporating the roots and history of the community to honor those that have come before. She asked what will be done with the artwork that was gathered. Ms. Bruns stated that originally her idea was to post the artwork in City Hall but acknowledged that would be difficult during the pandemic and noted that it has been determined that perhaps that artwork could be shared on social media. Commissioner Chu agreed that it would be nice to have a collage of that work at City Hall in the future, along with the idea of posting on the website or social media. Mr. Carlson provided input on experience and feedback that he received from families and encouraged the community to continue to incorporate these types of activities for children and families. Commissioner Chu referenced the challenge mentioned related to a lack of support from stakeholders and stated that perhaps these types of activities will continue to build those relationships that will encourage additional participation. Mr. Carlson commented that through this process it has become clear that residents feel that the City and City staff hear the comments and respond to those and noted that he does not doubt that the City will continue to make connections and build relationships with more stakeholders moving forward.