Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 09/14/2023

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PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF RAMSEY ANOKA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA The Ramsey Park and Recreation Commission conducted a regular meeting on September 14, 2023, at The Hollow park, 14642 Snowy Owl Street NW, Ramsey, Minnesota. Commission Members Present: Chair Nathan Barten Vice Chair Brandon Sis Commissioner Todd Arts Commissioner Shane Bennett Commissioner Jennifer Leistico Commissioner Dean Olson Commission Members Absent: Commissioner Justin Loss Also Present: City Council Liaison Debra Musgrove Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Mark Riverblood 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Barten called the Park and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. CITIZEN INPUT Wendy Walton, Northgate Church, commented that they partnered with the City to hold pop-up play events this summer, for the second year. She commented that the idea is to provide a place where there can be a safe sense of community for parents and children. Sarah Perkins, Northgate Church commented that she noticed this occurring in other communities and reached out to the City in attempt to partner and it has been going well. She commented that the church appreciates the City and the ability to partner on programing. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood commented that they also have a great location for the event on the lawn at The Draw. Ms. Perkins confirmed that has been a great location as there is a large shady lawn with a ballfield. Commissioner Leistico asked the general age range for the programing. Ms. Walton replied that it varies from parents with young children (toddlers/preschoolers) as well as older children. She noted that they tend to offer a sensory activity along with a sports activity for the older children. Park and Recreation Commission/September 14, 2023 Page 1 of 5