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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes June 13, 2007 Page 2 • Recreation Manager, Michele Bergh shared that the Elk River Farmers Market started on June 7a'. There axe 13 vendors currently selling vegetables, coffee drinks, bottled water, smoothies, salsa, flowers, alpaca items and soap. Ms. Bergh shared that the Summer Kickoff event was another big success with approximately 200 people in attendance. Ms. Bergh stated that the 2na annual bike rodeo was on June 11a' which was well attended. Ms. Bergh shared that Safety Camp was well attended this year and the highlight for many of the participants was the helicopter landing in the park. Ms. Bergh shared that this is our first year for successfully running a sand volleyball league. There axe 8 teams playing at the Orono Courts. Ms. Bergh stated that there were 3 staff members that attended a training session offered. by Minnesota Parks and Recreation Association on June 2na 7. Director's Report -Bill Maertz Director of Parks and Recreation, Bill Maertz shared an update on the final checklist • for River's Edge Commons Park. Mr. Maertz shared that the preliminary bid packets for the YMCA will be mailed out next week. 8.1. Community E,~vents 8.1.A Major Park Use -Holiday Inn, Otsego Recreation Manager, Michele Bergh shared staff had received a request to use Orono Park on Sunday, July 29a' for a company picnic with an estimated 200 people in attendance. Staff recommends allowing the use for the $40 shelter fee. MOVED BY COMMISSIONER PAIGE AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER POLSTON-HORK TO SUPPORT STAFF`S RECOMMENDED FEE OF $40 WITH A REMINDER OF PARK USE RULES. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 8.1.B Major Park Use - Meadowvale Elementary Recreation Manager, Michele Bergh shared staff had received a request to use Woodland Trails on Saturday, October 6a' for a race from Meadowvale Elementary • with an estimated 500 people in attendance. Staff recommends allowing this use at no charge.