10-05-2023 Parks & Rec Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PARKS & REC COMMISSION OCTOBER 5, 2023 4 The Parks & Rec Director commented that the court no longer can be resurfaced because of the condition and therefore it has been scheduled to be reconstructed next year as the drainage problem has now been resolved. Chair Horwath asked for an update on the new Thunder Bay trail connection. The Parks & Rec Director commented that the trail is scheduled to be completed by the first week in November. He commented that the Lennar development anticipates the same timeline for its trail. Chair Horwath stated that he and city staff attended the MRPA conference, where The Parks & Rec Director presented. He noted that The Parks & Rec Director will also be presenting at the national conference, which is a great opportunity and accomplishment. The Parks & Rec Director provided additional details on the MRPA conference. Commissioner Mui asked for updates on the new media staff member. The Parks & Rec Director replied that the Community Relations Manager is doing a great job utilizing different platforms to engage residents. He also highlighted some other projects she has been working on related to branding and signage. Commissioner Hipp commented that it has been fun to watch the progress of Pioneer Park and the new trail connections. She noted that she also attended the Council workshop where phase II of Pioneer Park was discussed. She commented that the Spooner Park nature play area changes all the time with new materials and new setups from the children. She noted that she did spend some time removing itchweed. Commissioner Abruzzese stated that she has been to Rondeau a lot recently with her children, which continues to be a great experience. She noted that her family found the geocache in that park and will try to find more in other parks. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Amanda Staple TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.