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property was acquired through park dedication and has been improved to include a park shelter, irrigated open space, and perimeter trees. Developer Len Pratt recommended to the Parks Commission that the property be named in honor of the former property owner which provides not only a legacy but represents the historical character of the area. G.9 Approve Purchase of Playmund Equipment for McCollar Park At the City Council meeting of March 7, 2016, approval was given of the purchase of playground equipment for the new park in the Fable Hill neighborhood in an amount totaling $70,000. The total playground cost includes $50,000 from the Special Park Fund and a $20,000 donation from the Fable Hill Homeowners Association. At the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission meeting of April 13, 2016, four vendors made proposals for the playground. The neighborhood was invited to participate in the meeting and assisted in the selection of the playground. The selected playground includes structures for 2-5 year olds and 5-12 year olds, a Rev 8 spinning net, a play house, and adult fitness equipment. The Parks Commission recommends approval of purchase and installation of Burke play equipment proposed by St. Croix Recreation. G.10 Approve Letter of Intent and Application for Met Council Stormwater Reuse Grant The Met Council has grant funds available to implement water reuse projects. The Rice Creek Watershed District will administer the grant funds on behalf of Met Council, and is currently soliciting projects for consideration. City staff prepared a grant application related to the Waters Edge reuse system, along with a letter of intent, that need to be forwarded to RCWD in order to be considered for grant funding. City staff recommends that Council approved the enclosed application and letter of intent for submission to RCWD. G.11 Approve Appointment of Gina Duncanson as the Fire Marshal on the Hugo Fire Department Fire Chief Kevin Colvard has chosen Gina Duncanson to be appointed as the new fire marshal on the Hugo Fire Department. The position was recently held by Firefighter Colin Emans, who is now the training lieutenant. Staff recommends Council appoint Gina Duncanson as the fire marshal effective May 1, 2016. G.12 Approve Appointment of Cathy Moore-Arcand to the Parks Commission On April 19, 2016 Council interviewed three applicants for the vacancy on the Parks Commission. This vacancy was created by the resignation of Cinde Morris. After discussion, Council concluded Cathy Arcand was best fit for the position. Staff recommends Council appoint Cathy Moore-Arcand to fill the vacancy on the Parks Commission with a term to end on December 31, 2016. H.1 Beaver Ponds Water Reuse Proiect The City solicited bids for the Beaver Ponds water reuse project for irrigation of the park. Three bids were received and opened on April 21, 2106. Staff will review the bids with Council and make a recommendation.