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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION JUNE 3, 2021 2 considerations. He reviewed the efforts to date which began in 2018 as well as the tentative schedule moving forward which includes input from the public. Madeline Dahlheimer identified the Phase 1 and Phase 2 areas, noting that the intent would be to focus on Phase 1 while still planning for Phase 2 opportunities, should that parcel be acquired in the future. She stated that the improvements fall into the categories of access/accessibility, vegetation and stormwater, and amenities and enhancements. She began with access and accessibility and provided a high-level overview of the proposed improvements within that category including trail repairs, accessible routes, and parking. She reviewed the improvements proposed within the park vegetation and stormwater category including drainage improvements, tree management plan, shoreline vegetation, and enhancement of vegetation along the south perimeter. Mr. Shields stated that one of their engineering staff members has helped to develop the stormwater improvements. Eric Seaburg, Bolton and Menk, stated that there has been a lot of coordination efforts thus far that would continue as they look at long-term improvements to drainage and pond vegetation. He stated that there will be opportunities to partner with other agencies, such as the watershed. He noted that there would continue to be open dialogue with different entities to find the best fit. Ms. Dahlheimer stated that the bulk of improvements would fall into the category of amenities and enhancements as it ranges from benches and lighting to play equipment. She stated that while there is a broad list of items within the category as previously discussed. She stated that at the March meeting there was a lot of discussions related to the water feature and provided examples of both passive and active features. She also provided an update on the concept of artificial turf, noting that will be kept on the backburner and the City will start with a sand injection of the soccer field in an attempt to improve drainage. The Community Services Manager commented that the sand injection occurred earlier this week and would occur each year for the next four to five years. He stated that this will be used as a test area and if successful could be repeated in different areas throughout the park. Chair Miller referenced the northeast pond and potential water feature of a dock. He commented that the water gets very stagnant and asked if addressing that would be part of the process. Ms. Dahlheimer stated that when they completed the onsite kickoff meeting that was noticed and prompted the discussion related to vegetation improvement and how the water condition could be improved. She provided additional details on the more focused improvements beginning with the playground and active water feature. She stated that it would make sense to have the play node located in the existing playground area which will help to create a park entry and gateway into the park. She stated that the play node would serve multiple uses and age groups while providing opportunities for play, shade, seating, observation and gathering with the potential for