05-05-2022 Parks & Rec Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION MAY 5, 2022 4 The foregoing motion was duly seconded by Horwath. Ayes (7). Nays (0). Motion passed. The Commission thanked Mr. Fulford for his presentation. OLD BUSINESS: BIKE RACK UPDATE The Parks & Rec Director stated that the City was able to budget for new bike racks in 2022 and reported that 20 bike racks have been ordered, ten of which will have the City logo and ten of which are plain bike racks. He reviewed the locations where the bike racks would be installed. He noted that although this was phased over multiple years, with the budgeted amount and cost of the bike racks, they were able to expedite the purchases for years one and two. OLD BUSINESS: RONDEAU PARK COMMUNITY BUILD SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATE The Recreation Coordinator reviewed the members of the subcommittee and noted that the group held its first meeting. Commissioner Schletty stated that the group discussed the list of roles, the number of volunteers needed for each category, and how people could use their different skill sets. He stated that the build event will take place on July 15th and 16th. He stated that there will be a meeting the Thursday before the event with those identified as leads to a better plan. The Parks & Rec Director commented that there is a base and foundation because of the previous community build event that the City has completed. He stated that the contractor has participated in over 200 community builds and therefore has experience in this model. Commissioner Schletty commented that they are aiming to start advertising for the event in late May. He noted that they also discussed reaching out to local businesses that may participate in volunteer activities or be interested in sponsoring in different ways. Commissioner Chu asked if the neighborhood would also be targeted. Commissioner Schletty confirmed that would be done. He stated that they are aiming for 35 volunteers for the event. Commissioner Horwath stated that last time there was an assembly of small parts and perhaps additional equipment, chairs, and space would be needed for that type of activity. He noted that perhaps volunteers could bring chairs or folding tables as well. Commissioner Chu noted that this would be one week before the youth event.