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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION MARCH 3, 2022 2 The Parks & Rec Director reviewed some factors for consideration that will be highlighted in the application including environmental impacts, or lack thereof; vegetation; stormwater; and accessibility. Commissioner Chu asked if the community input into the design will be mentioned. The Parks & Rec Director confirmed that staff will be including information on the parks master plan, the Pioneer Park master plan, the RCP process, youth engagement, and the history of the area. Commissioner Hipp asked if more specific information is requested about the play area. The Parks & Rec Director noted that the master plan details would be sufficient for the grant application. Commissioner Hipp asked if the cross-country ski trail would be included or planned for the future. The Parks & Rec Director replied that element would be considered in future improvements, but the focus is on the play node at this time. Horwath introduced the following motion: RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN APPLICANT’S RESOLUTION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE MN DNR GRANT APPLICATION FOR PIONEER PARK IMPROVEMENTS. The foregoing motion was duly seconded by Mui. Ayes (7). Nays (0). Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS: THUNDER BAY/WESTWINDS PARK POLLINATOR ENHANCEMENT The Parks & Rec Director provided an update on the activity at Thunder Bay/Westwinds Park. He noted that staff continues to work with U.S. Fish and Wildlife on a maintenance plan. He also noted a winter seeding event that was recently completed. He stated that staff submitted and was approved to work with Great River Greening for the pollinator enhancements in this area. He stated that staff is also planning for a community plugging event on Saturday, May 21st. Commissioner Mui asked if there would be funds to utilize sponsored social media advertising for the event.