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Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes Page 4 March 10, 2021 ----------------------------- Commissioner Anderson stated the fees seem very reasonable, could be too low. Commissioner Niziolek asked what is the cost for the certificate of insurance for an event? Chair Williams stated insurance costs depends on organization and the type of event. Mr. Hecker shared this guideline will not apply to school events. Commissioner Anderson asked if the city could host the races with Commissioner Niziolek to offer races? Commissioner Niziolek would like to address the Nordic ski team informal practices; can they do that without paying and insurance? Commissioner Anderson shared they would need to reserve the park but as the school team. Commissioner Rathbun asked what prevents the applicant from requesting doing a yoga class at Lion John Weicht Park and when it starts raining, they move to the pavilion area. How does applicant know they only have green space and not the facilities? Can there be limitations on application? Fee structure seems low and suggests a 2-hour minimum. Councilmember Wagner stated this policy is not straight forward and wondered what the difference is between a special event permit and park use. Mr. Hecker stated that there are several requests from local small businesses to use the parks. Councilmember Wagner suggested charging $20 an hour and a minimum of two hours to keep it simple. Commissioner Anderson stated this type of policy has to start somewhere along with more conversation and it is a good idea. 9.3 Electric Bikes Mr. Hecker shared his staff report. Commissioner Anderson went through MN Statutes and noted that the green trails at Woodland Trail Regional Park are not built to handle an e-bike. Stating this will be