Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/10/2017

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Ms. Major stated sometimes at community events she uses giant rolls of paper and crayons or markers, and have kids draw out what they want to see in parks. She added that brings up a lot of great ideas. Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated maybe Commissioner Troop to populate with their ideas for future parks amenities. Ms. Major stated she has Happy Days as an event on the calendar for public interaction. She asked whether there are other local events. Chair Bennett stated the EDA-sponsored Business Expo was held in April 2017. He added the ndrd Police Department holds a safety camp every summer in June for 2 and 3 graders that always has great attendance by parents as well as kids. Commissioner Trappen stated health clubs might be considered. Chair Bennett stated the challenge is to find residents who have limited mobility. He asked is a possibility, or Acapulco Restaurant. Ms. Major stated restaurants are not generally successful, but libraries work the best. Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated City Hall lobby would be a good location for a booth, near the License Bureau, where residents often wait for appointments. He added it could be set up for 4-5 weeks. Commissioner Leistico stated the two schools have back-to-school open houses, where there will be a lot of residents. Ms. Major stated it is difficult to get into classrooms and cafeterias. Chair Bennett stated Ramsey Elementary has a Family Night that is basically a school picnic, and they might be a little more flexible with allowing an information booth. Commissioner Sis stated day care providers are a good resource. Ms. Major asked how they could be reached. Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated there is a local Moms Group -a- Park and Recreation Commission/August 10, 2017 Page 8 of 12