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Pazk & Recreation Commission Minutes Page 2 November 9, 2011 6. Recreation Manager's Report -Steve Benoit Recreation Manager, Steve Benoit shared the Elk River Senior Center report. Mr. Benoit reponed a popular series of programs that are tied to the holiday season including the preschool parent and child ceramic classes. Mr. Benoit also shared the marketing efforts for October 2011. Action/Discussion Items 7.1. Policy Issues 7.1.A. Mississippi River Trail Resolution Parks and Recreation Director, Michael Hecker outlined a resolution for the Mississippi River Trail for the City of Elk River to become a host city. Commissioner Niziolek questioned if there could be a better aligmnent set for the trail to include going along the river. Planner/Park Planner, Chris Leeseberg explained that the plan for the bike passage includes paths and roadways that already exist. MOVED BY COMMISSIONER KARLSON AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER NYSTROM TO RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO SUPPORT THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRAIL APPLICATION AND RESOLUTION FOR THE CITY OF ELK RIVER TO BECME A HOST CITY. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 7.1.B. Removal of Ridgewood Park Playground Parks and Recreation, Director Michael Hecker shared that staff recommends the removal of Ridgewood Park playground. Mr. Hecker explained that the condition of the playground structure has many safety concerns and warrants the need to remove the structure. Mr. Hecker also shared that the staff recommends not replacing the playground due to limited use for that area. Commissioner Jaker asked if there was any opposition to removing the playground. Mr. Hecker explained that the demographics for the area have changed and that the use of the playground has been limited. MOVED BY COMMISSIONER NYSTROM AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER AHLNESS TO ACCEPT STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO REMOVE RIDGEWOOD PARK PLAYGROUND. MOTION CARRIED 6-0