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Background Memo Approve Minutes From December 14, 2011 Meeting Staff recommends approval of the minutes from the December 14, 2011 Parks Commission meeting. Introduction of New Commissioners At their meeting of December 19, 2011 the Hugo City Council approved the appointment of Chris Boland and Joan Benner to the Parks Commission. The vacancies on the Parks Commission were from the resignation of Derek Larsen and the expiration of Noel Schmidt's term. The City Council held interviews for the vacancies for all of the City of Hugo's boards and commissions on December 6, 2011. There were 4 applicants for the positions. Parks Chair Jim Taylor participated in the interviews. Parks Commissioners are appointed for staggered 3 year terms. At their meeting of December 19, 2011, the City Council also approved the reappointment of Commissioner Kris Birch. Birch, Boland and Benner's terms will expire on December 31, 2014. The new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commissioners will be sworn in. III. Update on the City Identity Workshop The Planning Commission and Economic Development Authority held a joint workshop on December 15, 2011 to discuss the City's Identity. City Council members and Parks Commissioners were invited to participate. Commissioner Tom Windisch represented the Parks Commission. Participants reviewed the city of Hugo's Comprehensive Plan and looked at the goals of the Commissions and the Council. Discussions included what other cities are known for, what Hugo has to be proud of and what is working against Hugo in forming an identity. IV. Update on recreation programs An update will be given on upcoming recreation programs. "The Smurfs" Movie Night, January 6 at Oneka Elementary Snow Jam, January 21 at Oneka Elementary. Movie Night, February 3 at Oneka Elementary Sledding Party, February 11 at Oak Shore Park -2- Parks Commission January 11, 2012