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Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood confirmed that the comparison is done, but <br />explained that should not be the sole factor, as there must be a link between the Park Dedication <br />fees and the funding required for park elements of the Capital Improvement Plan for the City. <br />Councilmember Buscher asked if the fees should increase given The Waterfront project and the <br />anticipated community center. <br />Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood stated that The Waterfront improvements are <br />being funded through the Park Trust Fund, which was funded almost soley by Park Dedication <br />fees. He commented that the community center is beyond the scope of parks and trails proper and <br />could not be solely funded through Park Dedication. <br />Commissioner Olson recalled that this item was thoroughly reviewed and discussed a few years <br />ago when the increase was recommended. <br />Motion by Commissioner Sis, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to recommend no change to <br />the Park Dedication or Trail Fees for 2026, as represented in the 2025 schedule of development <br />fees. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chair Ealain; Commissioners Sis, Anderson, Arts, and Olson. Voting <br />No: None. Absent: Commissioners Barten and Bennett. <br />6. COMMISSION/STAFF INPUT <br />6.01: The Waterfront; Water Play Project Progress Report <br />Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood stated that the written progress report was <br />provided within the packet and provided a brief overview. <br />Commissioner Sis noted that this will be his last meeting and commented that it has been a great <br />nine years on the Commission as he is moving to Anoka. <br />The Commission thanked him for his service. <br />7. ADJOURNMENT <br />Motion by Commissioner Sis, seconded by Commissioner Arts, to adjourn the meeting. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chair Ealain; Commissioners Sis, Arts, Anderson, and Olson. Voting <br />No: None. Absent: Commissioners Barten and Bennett. <br />The Park and Recreation Commission meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. <br />Respectfully submitted, <br />Park and Recreation Commission/ September 11, 2025 <br />Page 3 of 4 <br />