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After reviewing the CDC guidelines and conference with Ramsey County Public Health, Staff met with the City Administrator to advise of what would need to be done in order to re-open the splash pad. Staff determined that in order to open, a minimum of 5 attendants would need to hired to work during the operating hours of, 10am – 7:30pm, M-Sun through Labor Day. Staff determined that these individuals will also be required to handle the general public and enforce/ the following situations: • Social distancing • W earing of face covering if not in the water • Closing of the splash pad if individuals do not follow the guidelines • Resolve conflict with individuals who may become irate and unhappy with the closing or the current operation guidelines Preliminary cost estimates: • Fencing of the area in order to limit the number or individuals in the Splash Down area, the fence will include an entrance and exit - $6,000 • Staffing: 1 employee at $23.00 hr. at 31.5 hours week for 7 weeks - $5,074.50 5 employees would be a total salary cost of $25,372.50; (this includes FICA and WC) Other cost that would be incurred: • Additional cleaning supplies • Face coverings and face shield for employees • Cell phone to be used by City staff should the need arise • Face coverings provided for public if they do not have a mask Recommendation: Staff is requesting input from the Council regarding the re-opening of the splash pad. It should be noted that Staff, due to the availability of a fence contractor and the implementation of installing a fence, timeframe for hiring and training of personnel, and the availability of cleaning and mask supplies, is not recommending the opening of Splash Down for the 2020 season. Respectfully submitted, Don Peterson – Public Works Director Attachments: Ramsey County Guidelines for Swimming Pools MN Stay Safe Guidelines for Reopening Pools CDC Considerations for Public Pools Flyer from CDC – required to be posted