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III. Discussion on Health Sub -Committee Larsen is working on setting up the Health Sub -Committee and scheduling the first meeting. Berger and Schmidt volunteered to participate and further emails will be sent to help form this committee. IV. Discussion on Communitv Inaut Proiect Results Shayla Syverson, Economic Development/Parks Intern summarized the commission discussion on the community input project results, after commission discussion determined and asked for direction in next steps. Berger made a motion, Birch seconded to direct staff to continue marketing, research skate park options, put a hold on researching dog parks except to inform residents of the availability of non-active parks for off -leash dog use and update the commission on trail development between 1401h and 145t" All Ayes. Motion Carried. V. Discussion on Earth Day Shayla Syverson, Economic Development/Parks Intern informed of Rice Creek Watershed District offering a program facilitator to teach an educational activity with the community as part of Earth Day. The scheduled Earth Day Clean-up of Clearwater Creek Preserve is on April 17, 2010. Clarke reminded the commission that the Kidz N Biz event is also held on this date and encouraged looking into a program facilitator for a different date. This would give more opportunity for a greater participation level in an environmental education program with the community. All commission members agreed. VI. Undate on Parks and Recreation Proarammina Sub -Committee Scott Anderson, Public Works Director went over discussions that were held with White Bear Lake Soccer Association and Mahtomedi Soccer Association Presidents in reference to field layout, sizes, markings and how many fields would be necessary. Staff will follow up with scheduling the fields. Movie Night at Oneka Elementary was a success with high participation levels. Needs of a larger screen and possible options of snack sales from the Fireflies were options for future events. The next Movie Night is Friday, March 19. Larsen made a motion, Windisch seconded to approve up to $350.00 for movie screen rental. All Ayes. Motion carried.