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Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes Page 5 July 14, 2021 ----------------------------- Council member Wagner shared info regarding downtown businesses, they often take their vacations during the fourth of July weekend. Direct feedback that just because some do not take part others do take advantage of the event. 9. Parks and Recreation Director Update Mr. Hecker shared his staff report. Shared a slide show of Orono Park progress. Shared a letter that was sent to Elk River Youth Baseball Association regarding the costs of issues happening at our athletic facilities. Highlighted contract cost increase for projects. 10. Announcements - None 11. Adjournment to Work Session There being no further business, Chair Williams adjourned the meeting of the Elk River Parks and Recreation Commission at 7:53 p.m. 12. Work Session The work session meeting of the Elk River Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7:59 p.m. by Chair Williams. 12.1 Elk River Youth Lacrosse Deferment Request Mr. Hecker introduced the Lacrosse board members. Brian Lambertz, Youth Lacrosse Association President shared how registrations went down in 2021 from what was projected in the budget which was set in 2020. After restructuring the budget and cutting items they are still in the hole. Instead of making two payments, can they spread the debt out. They can accommodate lesser payments. Looking for recommendations and advice from Commission. Mrs. Lambertz shared that state mask mandate was in effect when registration closed and believe that effected the registration numbers. Chair Williams suggested meeting with a youth sports consultant to help with budgeting that has fresh eyes looking at it. Mr. Lambertz shared that the U8 teams were canceled last season and they will need to advertise more for that age group.