11-04-2021 Park Commission Meeting Minutes

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Park Commission Minutes November 4, 2021 Page 2 6. Santa's Bobbin' into Town Float Steve Melby stated that he has the trailer and that any half ton can pull it. Mr. Melby stated that depending on the weather he may be able to us his truck and Kent Johnson offered his truck if needed. Dave stated that he has a generator that can be used. The Commission discussed the need more lights and trees because they donated one from last year to a family. It was suggested that they should look at real trees because there seems to be a shortage of artificial ones. Discussion ensued on where to get trees. The Commission reminded each other that they will be decorating on December 9th since the parade is on the 11th. Jeff Boucher said he will get the design together and run the lights. Discussion ensued about benches and Carolers, and they would like to try to get the Carolers again. Jenny will call about the Carolers and she suggested getting the high school choir but Kim Churack said they are difficult to get. Ms. Churack stated the line up on parade is on Front Street and explained the route. She also stated that line up starts at 5:45. Discussion ensued about decorating the float, purchasing candy and that there could be some trees at Habitat for Humanity. 7. Park Commission Vacancy The Park Commission welcomed their new member Rick Moeller to the group. Mr. Moeller introduced himself, he has been in the area for 7 years. He was on 4 commissions and worked for the City of Robbinsdale for 30 years. He is a substitute at the school district and it doesn't keep him busy enough so he was looking for more to do in the area. He said he is looking forward to being on the Park Board. Jennifer Peterson stated that she will be sending out letters to reapply to the Park Board to Kim Churack and Jeff Boucher since their terms are ending and she hopes that they reapply. 8. Next Meeting Date Change— December 9, 2021 Chair Johnson stated the meeting has changed for parade to decorate the float. 9. Other Business 9.1 Splash Pad Ms. Peterson informed the Commission that the City Council approved the Splash pad to be built in the spring of 2022 if there are enough non-levy funds available to build it. Ms. Peterson introduced Jennifer Gonczy to the Park Commission and stated that she has been actively involved with the project.