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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-09-21-2022 PRC MinutesMINUTES MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 6:00p.m., September 21, 2022 Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes A. CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Mallet at 6:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Commissioners Craig Brannon, Commissioner Present Vickie Lee-Her, Commissioner Present Monica Barton, Commissioner Present Terri Mallet, Chair Present Mark Harris, Commissioner Present Kimii Porter, Commissioner Absent Staff Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager Present Nikki Villavicencio, City Council Liaison Present C. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Harris. Ayes – All The motion passed. D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Harris made a comment to amend the minutes of the August meeting regarding “Approval of Agenda” section. 1. August 17, 2022 Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the August 17, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Harris Ayes – All The motion passed. Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Tara Monack – Maplewood YMCA Update Executive Director of the Maplewood YMCA, Tara Monack, gave an update on the happenings at the YMCA. This included updates on sports, programs, fitness, massage program, employment and events. Commission asked follow up questions on a few items, discussed the lifeguard hiring struggle and future YMCA plans. 2. Todd Carroll – Eagle Scout Project Todd Carroll gave a presentation of his Eagle Scout project proposal of a new birdfeeder at the Maplewood Nature Center. The presentation discussed design proposals, funding ideas, installation and location plans among other details. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS G. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS 1. Commissioner Harris made a comment about his appreciation for the job that the Parks Maintenance team has been doing this year with the upkeep of the parks. I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1. 4H Programming Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager, updated the commission on the new partnership with 4H for outdoor and nature based programs that will take place at the Maplewood Nature Center. 2. Nature Photo Contest Audra gave an update on the Nature Photo contest and final four photos and where to vote. 3. Upcoming Events Audra discussed the upcoming Rain Garden Rescue class, Eco Hike, and Annual Buckthorn Pickup day. 4. Goat Update The commission received an update from Audra on the goats coming back to City Hall. 5. Trunk or Treat Gave a brief update on the Trunk of Treat event at City Hall coming up on October 29th. J. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Brannon made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Seconded by Commissioner Harris Ayes – All The motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.