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for events as well, providing a shuttle. He stated that they would attempt to find a sweet spot to <br /> provide enough parking without providing too much parking. <br /> Chair Bennett noted that he attended a barn wedding similar in nature to what is being discussed. <br /> He noted that there was shuttle service from nearby hotels to and from the venue. <br /> Councilmember Heineman again referenced the synergy between the EDA and Parks and <br /> Recreation. He noted that recommendations for local Ramsey businesses could be provided to <br /> those renting the facility. <br /> Chair Bennett agreed that there could be some great sponsorship opportunities. <br /> Commissioner Olson commented that the key word he heard tonight is amenity. He stated that <br /> this is a promising property with an interesting venue and potential. He stated that the facility <br /> could be used for many different types of events, and he finds this very exciting. <br /> 5.02: Implement Playground Replacement Policy <br /> Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood commented that the Commission <br /> worked on the Playground Replacement Policy for a good part of the last year, which has since <br /> been adopted by the City Council. He stated that the work would now focus on implementation. <br /> He noted that the ranking system was applied, and Rabbit Park continues to be on the top of the <br /> list. He stated that the 1,500-foot range has been identified and expanded to include 89 homes to <br /> be mailed notice. He stated that if there is not a lot of interest from the neighborhood to replace <br /> Rabbit Park, they could look to remove the playground and review alternative options, then <br /> moving on to the next park on the list for playground equipment. <br /> Chair Bennett noted that the Commission had a lot of discussion on the policy and now is the time <br /> for implementation. He agreed that the Commission should move forward to implement this <br /> policy. <br /> Commissioner Walker stated that he would like to have a plan B for Rabbit Park. He stated that <br /> he would like to have a plan in place for the scenario that the playground equipment is removed <br /> so that could be told to the residents. <br /> Parks &Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated that he would not want the City <br /> to provide that answer to residents but would instead ask that question of residents as to what they <br /> would desire for the space. He noted that the feedback would then be tabulated and reviewed in <br /> order to provide a recommendation of what is desired. He anticipated to get the mailer out and <br /> bring this back to the Commission at its February or March meeting. <br /> Chair Bennett confirmed the consensus of the Commission that staff should move forward in <br /> implementing the policy. <br /> Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood confirmed that the mailer would be <br /> sent out to the identified residents, providing multiple methods for those residents to provide their <br /> input. <br /> Park and Recreation Commission/January 13, 2022 <br /> Page 5 of 7 <br />