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Parks&Recreation Commission Minutes Page 2 May 13,2015 • Mr. Benoit presented his staff report. Commissioner Nystrom shared that it is a good idea to have them around town. Commissioner Niziolek suggested revisiting this in a year to see the status of the projects. Moved by Commissioner Sagan and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the Free Little Library at Lion John Weicht Park and Mississippi Oaks Park. Motion carried 6-0. 6.2 Major Park Use - Orono Park- Elk River Food Co-op Mr. Benoit presented his staff report. Commissioner Sagan asked if the shelter would be reserved for the group. Mr. Benoit stated they would use the shelter and park area around it. Commissioner Niziolek asked for more information regarding the Elk River Food Co-Op. Mr. Benoit shared that they are a new organization and are looking to recruit • members and promote awareness. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Ahlness to approve the Elk River Food Co-Op major park use at Orono Park. Motion carried 6-0. 6.3 Major Park Use - Babcock Park- Mighty Miss Marathon Canoe Race Mr. Benoit presented his staff report. Mr. Ring-Jarvi shared more event details and that Babcock Park would be a staging area for start of race. Stating there will be a rescue boat behind the last boat in both races. Commissioner Niziolek suggested waiving the $40 rental fee. Moved by Commissioner Sagan and seconded by Commissioner Kallemeyn to approve the Mighty Miss Marathon Canoe Race at Babcock Park. Motion carried 6-0. Mr. Benoit shared that staff recommends fees that are black and white and approach every group the same way. If a group is non-profit they should not be charged and if the group is for profit we take the blinders off and recommend they be charged in • order to be fair to everybody that applies. [ ' urns � r NATURE