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Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Page 2 April 12, 2023 Regional Park for 1000s of people. He questioned if the number of hours spent on prepping the ice serves as many citizens as possible. Commissioner Loidolt said if rinks are being used, he sees value to the community and suggested reviewing them in a year and see if it improves. The commissioners liked the survey and were impressed that people showed up to speak, agreeing that another year's review would be a good idea. Commissioner Holmgren stated that he sees the rinks as assets. Commissioner Niziolek. likes the transparency of the survey. Melissa and Matt Wilson (Elk River residents) spoke on behalf of the ice rink in Riverplace Park. They live next door to the park and can directly view the rink from their windows. Melissa said she was thankful for the survey since it is the first time it has been done to her knowledge. She and her husband as well other neighbors shovel and keep the ice cleaned off etc. especially when it is a snowy winter and see kids using the ice regularly. They also supply a light for the kids to use after dark. Matt is an Elk River Fire Fighter and electrician. Mr. Hecker connected Mr. Wilson with Karen Wingard who manages the parks volunteers so he can complete the process to become a park volunteer. Levi Asap also spoke (Elk River resident) to the commission while his family sat in the audience. He also lives by Riverplace Park. He said it is fun for the neighborhood to get together and have boot hockey tournaments. It was a tough year with snow, but the kids are out there every night after school. Moved by Chair Williams and seconded by Commissioner Brown to approve the continuing operations of the Riverplace Park neighborhood ice rink. Motion carried 7-0. Moved by Chair Williams and seconded by Commissioner Loidolt to approve the continuing operations of the Mississippi Oaks Park neighborhood ice rink. Motion carried 7-0. 7.2 Farmers Market Coloring Contest Karen Wingard presented her staff report. It is the third year of the coloring contest for art that will go on the farmer's market tote. Mrs. Wingard has seen an increase of people asking for the coloring sheets. 64 entries were submitted this year. MN Grown and other sponsors contribute to the cost of the bag. There are three options for the Commissioners to vote on. Commissioner Brown asked about any printing limitations with color. Karen explained there were none. The Commissioners chose the third option presented, option c. 7.3 Athletic Facilities Master Plan Committee Michael Hecker presented his staff report. Three commissioners have been requested to serve on the committee. Responsibilities include a commitment to attend three to four meetings over the summer and fall. Commissioner Holmgren, Chair Williams, Commissioner Brown all volunteered. Moved by Commissioner Loidolt and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve Chair Williams, Commissioner Holmgren, and Commissioner Brown to be on the Athletic Facilities Master Plan Committee. Motion carried 7-0. 8. Discussion Items 11�EtE/ it IN"ARWEI