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The Parks Commission reviewed the three concepts and provided informal feedback on the plan. Generally, the Commission preferred a combination of concept two and three. They did not want to enhance or prohibit equestrian use. They wanted to preserve the deciduous trees in the northeast corner of the park and provide access to it. A preference for the connection to Fenway Boulevard and a ditch crossing at the southern end of the park was generally agreed on. The Commission did not want to construct a dog park, as dogs are allowed off-leash throughout the property. There was a preference to continuing to have some winter-only trails, but to provide pedestrian loops throughout the property. 3. Alternate Parks Commissioners Pierre Guigere, Community Development Intern, presented the proposed Alternate Parks Commissioner position. An alternate Parks Commissioner would be appointed by the Council and required to attend all Parks Commission meetings. If a Parks Commissioner is not able to attend a meeting the Alternate would be able to hold their position for the meeting in order to allow the Commission to vote and meet quorum requirements. Meetings when the Park Commissioners are in full attendance,the Alternate would be able to participate in feedback but not vote on any motions. Clarke made a motion, Moore-Arcand seconded to adopt the recommendation to change the bylaws to incorporate an Alternate Parks Commission member position. All Ayes. Motion Carried 4. Recreation Program Updates The Bazillions Family Concert-June 20 Climb Theater-August 2 Friday with Firefighters—August 17 Park Play Days-Ongoing Fall Movie Night—September 14 Tour De Hugo-September 22 Fire Department Open House/Bus Tour/Fall Clean up—October 6 Princess Party—November 3 New:Story Hours and Memory Cafes 5. Adjournment Rauschendorfer made a motion, Clarke seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 pm. All Ayes. Motion carried.