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MINUTES <br />PARKS & REC COMMISSION <br />APRIL 7, 2022 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />4 <br /> <br />Acting Chair Horwath stated that he has seen the Parks Supervisor out working in the field as <br />well. <br /> <br /> <br />REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS <br />Commissioner Schletty stated that he has not visited Thunder Bay since the last meeting and <br />noted that the parks he has visited look great. <br /> <br />Commissioner Chu commented that recent walks that she has taken in the parks and the <br />wonderful condition. <br /> <br />Commissioner Schletty asked for information on a pole that was done at Spooner. <br /> <br />The Park & Rec Director replied that a strong wind brought a light pole down this winter. <br /> <br />The Parks Supervisor noted that he was made aware of the pole coming down immediately and <br />his staff addressed the issue. He confirmed that there is still work to be done and advised that it <br />would be completed before Canadian Days. <br /> <br />Commissioner Hipp commented that she is excited about the upcoming trail connections. <br /> <br />Commissioner Abruzzese stated that she has not visited Pioneer Park yet. She stated that she has <br />visited Nadeau Park, and everything is in good condition, although damp during the spring. She <br />stated that it would be nice to receive an update on ongoing projects. <br /> <br /> <br />UPDATES <br />The Parks & Rec Director provided updates on the May park tour, bike racks, and Thunder <br />Bay/Westwinds linear trail. <br /> <br />Acting Chair Horwath commented that he is excited about the trail connections planned and <br />commended staff and everyone that has been involved in that process. He stated that the next <br />step would be to determine how pedestrians could cross from Pioneer Park across the freeway. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director commented that the City is once again working with RCP students <br />who will compile information on pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director advised that the City submitted a grant application for Pioneer Park. <br />He noted that park entrance signage that had been paused due to supply chain issues is now <br />moving forward and that the sign order has been placed. <br /> <br /> <br />There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:24 p.m.