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October 8, 2024 St. Anthony Council Work Session - 9 Councilmember Jenson asked if Central Park netting and trails have their own separate funding source. Mr. Yunker stated the question is whether to update the field lighting to LED. Councilmember Jenson stated that would make sense and fit into our climate plan. He feels it is important to identify some funding for the pickleball courts. He feels it would be appreciated by the residents. He would like to transfer the dollars. He feels lighting and pickleball are important. Councilmember Elnagdy stated she agreed with the lighting. The money for the pickleball could be the closed-out TIF funds along with grants. Councilmember Elnagdy asked how long the pickleball trend will last. There are other parks that need help. She feels strongly against the pickleball courts. Councilmember Jenson stated Council has received several requests for pickleball. He does not believe the trend will end. Councilmember Elnagdy stated the residents have wanted a dog park for several years. Councilmember Jenson stated they have not been able to identify a location for a dog park. Mr. Yunker stated the request for dog park will be coming shortly. Mayor Webster stated St. Anthony has had 3 full sheets of ice each year and how long will that be available due to weather changing. Councilmember Randle stated he agrees with Councilmember Elnagdy but does not see the need for pickleball. He suggested if residents want a dog park they should go to Minneapolis. The lighting makes sense. Councilmember Doolan stated a broader conversation on priorities is needed. The traffic on 29th from the Park is an issue that needs to be addressed. Councilmember Doolan asked about the lighting. She asked if the timing could be adjusted. Mayor Webster stated there is a timer for the tennis court and Central Park which turns off the lights at 10:00 p.m. Mr. Yunker stated that is part of the broader conversation on usage. Councilmember Doolan stated she assumes grants will be sought for the LED lighting and Mr. Yunker stated grants are sought. Mayor Webster asked about the trail improvements as part of the 2025 will be funded through dedication fees and transfers. She stated there is agreement to close out the TIF funds. The 2025 preliminary levy has been established. Future Work Sessions: The next Work Session will be held on October 15, 2024 in the Council Chambers and will be a joint session with the Planning Commission. Future Agenda Items: Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m. 11