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would be more time for the deputy clerk t❑ focus on data practices and <br />licensing work. Martens stated that there is not an assistant position in <br />administration, and there is no capacity to add one. The deputy clerk fills that <br />role. <br />Myrland asked if turning elections over to the county has been successful <br />with other cities. Eisenbeisz stated that the response is very positive because <br />time is freed for regular work and special projects, and there is no liability. <br />Martens noted that there are added costs if there are election recounts. <br />Myrland asked how elections are funded. Martens answered that elections <br />are budgeted in the general fund. <br />CounciImember Johnson arrived at the meeting at this time. <br />Mayor Denkinger asked staff to get information about the trend of county <br />election costs and whether they have remained consistent. She does not like <br />the idea of paying in off years. It would be reassuring if the costs were static <br />year to year. However, because of limited staff and the goals of the city, she <br />would lean toward contracting with Ramsey County. <br />It was the consensus of the council for staff to bring the issue to a council <br />meeting for a vote. <br />PARK BUILDING ❑ESIGN CONCEPTS <br />Presentation by Parks and Recreation Director Steve Benoit <br />There are two locations identified to explore possible park building designs: <br />Shoreview Commons and Bobby Theisen Park. Phase 2 of Shoreview <br />Commons had a plan for a building with restrooms but was not built because <br />of cost overruns. The oldest park building is at Bobby Theisen and is in most <br />need of repair. Also, there are plans to expand pickleball courts at Bobby <br />Theisen. Currently, there is $4 million in the CIP for park buildings. The city <br />has been working with LHB on the design of buildings. <br />Commons: Three designs are presented: <br />A. Building would be to the east of the playground with the maximum <br />number of amenities, including a meeting room, a concession stand, <br />restrooms, open air walkthrough to the playground. It could be rented for <br />birthday parties with capacity for up to eight tables. Storage is included. It <br />would rent well based on calls received. The question is whether such a <br />building is needed next to the community center with rental space. <br />Estimated cost is $2.8 million. <br />8 <br />