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MINUTES <br />PARKS & REC COMMISSION <br />DECEMBER 7, 2023 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />3 <br />The Parks & Rec Director stated that he could place that item on the January agenda, and they <br />could then create the subcommittee. <br /> <br />Chair Horwath commented that a priority of his is to connect the two sides of the city through a <br />trail, recognizing the high cost that could have. <br /> <br />Commissioner Schletty agreed that while that would not be a low-hanging fruit-type item, it <br />would be helpful to start making some progress in terms of planning and/or looking for outside <br />funding sources. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director commented that if that is a priority, they can work to develop a plan, <br />recognizing that the plan may sit stagnant until the opportunity presents itself. <br /> <br />Chair Horwath commented that while some projects may be low-hanging fruit to get off the list, <br />it would also be helpful to start some of the first steps on the larger projects, acknowledging that <br />those will take more time, effort, and funding. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director commented that the City did work to update its trails and sidewalks <br />plan which will ensure that the gaps are addressed as road projects are completed. He also <br />explained that some items are marked complete because the City has completed its part of the <br />work and the remainder then lies with another entity, such as the County. <br /> <br />Commissioner Mui commented that converting tennis courts to pickleball courts does not appear <br />to be on the list. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director stated that this document was created before that became a goal. He <br />stated that the City still works off its CIP annually to complete projects. <br /> <br />Chair Horwath commented that perhaps early in 2024 the Commission can review not just the <br />Master Plan, but the overall project list. <br /> <br />Commissioner Hipp commented that perhaps it would be helpful to hold a work session to <br />identify subcommittee needs for 2024. <br /> <br />Chair Horwath agreed, noting that he would prefer to hold a regular meeting where the <br />Commission can identify some of the priorities and needs, and perhaps in then hold a work <br />session. <br /> <br />The Parks & Rec Director stated that the intent tonight was to provide this review and gather <br />some input, noting that this can be a continued discussion in terms of prioritization, setting <br />timelines, and creating subcommittees. <br />