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• Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes dated January 13, 2022 <br /> Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chair Bennett; Commissioners Olson, Loss, Barten, and Sis. Voting <br /> No: None. Absent: Commissioners Leistico and Walker. <br /> 5. COMMISSION BUSINESS <br /> 5.01: 2021 Summer Concert Series Recap <br /> Recreation Specialist Martinez-Flynn provided a recap of the Summer Concert Series highlighting <br /> the different performers and details on each event. <br /> Chair Bennett commented that it was a good season with overall good weather. <br /> Recreation Specialist Martinez-Flynn commented that a flyer was also included highlighted the <br /> upcoming 2022 season, noting that all performers have been secured. <br /> Commissioner Sis asked how these attendance numbers compared to previous years. <br /> Parks &Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood commented that the numbers were on <br /> par with previous years, although perhaps a bit lower still due to COVID concerns. <br /> Commissioner Loss asked if the City is planning to require registration for attendees. <br /> Parks&Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood replied that voluntary registration was <br /> only required in 2020 to ensure COVID protocols could be met. <br /> 5.02: Affirm 2021 Photo Contest Winners <br /> Parks &Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood commented that the photos submitted <br /> by residents are used in many ways including the website. He stated that all the 2021 photos were <br /> included in the Commission packet. <br /> Recreation Specialist Martinez-Flynn reviewed the proposed photo contest winners for the 2021 <br /> contest in each of the four categories as well as the grand prize winner. <br /> Chair Bennett commented that it appears there were some new names in the contest,which is great <br /> to see. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove commented that this is a great way to connect with the community, <br /> noting that she loves seeing the different perspectives of residents. <br /> Parks&Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood commented on the lack of submissions <br /> for the industry and commerce category, noting that staff will be reaching out to some Ramsey <br /> businesses to encourage submissions. <br /> Park and Recreation Commission/February 10, 2022 <br /> Page 2 of 8 <br />