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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION MARCH 4, 2021 8 The Community Services Manager replied that the Watershed District is completing dredging in the area before it reaches Gervais Lake. Commissioner Abruzzese replied that she has not visited a park since the last meeting but is looking forward to visiting more parks with the warmer weather. Commissioner Ray referenced the orange DOT trailer and asked for an update. The Community Services Manager commented that the trailer has been sitting at an exit ramp and noted that he would follow up on that. Commissioner Horwath commented that he has not visited Rondo Park recently but will soon. He stated that a Google search does not generate Rondo Park and even the map does now show it as a park. He noted that staff could follow up by adding that. He was excited about the snowshoes and hoped that perhaps cross-country skis could be an option for the future. He noted that there are well-groomed Ramsey County facilities that residents could use, therefore the City would not necessarily need to provide trails. Commissioner Hipp commented that she has noticed a lot of winter activity in the park, mostly children playing in the snow. She stated that it looks like the park has two squares that connect in the middle. The Community Services Manager confirmed that staff will follow up to ensure the City parks are listed on Google. Chair Miller stated that he visited Veterans Memorial Park recently and the trail has been well plowed and used. He stated that he likes the sign as it is today and was unsure that another sign was needed as the flags make it obvious there is something there. He asked if many new pavers or bricks have been purchased or whether there should be a renewed advertisement of that opportunity. The Community Services Manager stated that they have not had many paver donations recently and the City plans to swap the sand area with concrete, therefore additional pavers are not necessarily needed. UPDATES The Community Services Manager noted that there is a joint Council and Commission meeting the next week related to Pioneer Park which will be held virtually and encouraged Commissioners to attend if available. He stated that the City has received 30-35 applications for the Recreation Coordinator position and noted that the application window closes the following day. He reported that the recreation calendar for youth and adults is available on the website for registration. He stated that bids were received on the lower shelter and Council approval could