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be allowed. Suggestion-attend school library nights and have a table to advertise classes. <br /> Are we getting a diverse population of participation? We are not currently collecting <br /> demographic data. Something to consider looking at in the future, maybe even add a racial <br /> identification question to the registration to record that data in the future. <br /> B. Review of Parks and Recreation and Forestry Commission — Role and Duties: <br /> Commissioners should review and bring back questions next meeting if necessary. <br /> C. Review of City Parks: Ellie Lillemo came forward to ask that the purple dinosaur from <br /> Random Park come back to a playground. Need to change the name of Random Park to <br /> Hodges Park. Need to also consider maintenance of wetland area near Medtronic and area <br /> south of Arden Park. Need to fix Parks and Amenities page in the next Park and Rec <br /> Program Guide. Winter edition is grossly inaccurate. <br /> D. Review of Park Dedication Fund — Park Improvement Plan/Projects, Budget Balance: <br /> REVIEW for next meeting <br /> E. Community Center Expansion: See attached updates for proposed expansion-difference of <br /> Weight Room/Fitness Center versus Senior Center on the first versus second floor. One up, <br /> one down. Estimated $33M project. Looking at funding options to get bonding permission <br /> from the MN State Legislature in order to bring a vote to residents to add a .5%-1.5% sales <br /> tax within City Limits to build in 2025. Tax increase would be a bond, so have an ending <br /> date like school bonds work. Consider putting amenities in the MVCC expansion that would <br /> attract visitors from other communities because we have something that nearby <br /> communities does not have (instead of indoor pool or indoor playground, what else can we <br /> add that's different and would attract visitors?) <br /> 10. COMMISSIONER REPORTS: Hillview Park rink has the best ice! Need a taller coach for <br /> RevSports. <br /> 11. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS / OTHER BUSINESS <br /> 12. ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn at 7:48PM by Palm, 2nd by Lillemo Motion Passed 6-0 <br /> Next Regular Commission Meeting: February 23, 2023 <br />