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Page 6 of 7 The Committee discussed the particulars of staffing in summer using part-time staff and PTRC creation of a work plan to present to the Council at a work session Committee Member Kelliher moved to table the discussion until a revised quote can be obtained for locks that can provide usage reports. Seconded by Committee Member Dietz. Motion approved 10-1, Committee Member Poelzer opposed. Committee Member Anderson commented that usage may not be analogous to maintenance. Based on park usage data already tracked by Staff that may be adequate to start with the quoted locks. Recreation Supervisor Johnson will investigate and provide an updated quote with an option for locks with more advanced technology that can track usage. Motion is tabled as is and is move to October meeting for further discussion and potential vote. B. Bee House Locations – Griffin Boldt Recreation Supervisor Johnson reported the locations of the Bee Houses as well as the Committee concern for locating them at a great enough distance from playgrounds and higher traffic areas so guests would not be in danger. Committee Member Kelliher posed the question about how many park locations, one location or three. Recreation Supervisor Johnson responded that it is Mr. Boldt’s intention to install a Bee House at each of the three parks, so three in total. Committee Member Weber voiced her favor for the Bee House plan, increasing public awareness and potentially lowering the stigma around bees. Committee Member Olson commented on the need long-term plan for maintenance. The Committee discussed signage, size and design. Bee types that utilize a Bee House are Leaf Cutter Bees and Mason Bees. Concern was voiced for Royal Hills Park as a location, as it is smaller and seemingly not a lot of flowers Committee Member Kelliher clarified that the bee installation in Floral Park is an actual Bee Hive, not a Bee House. Chair Hinton voiced concern for Royal Hills Park as a location, as it is smaller and seemingly not a lot of flowers. Asked that this be addressed in Mr. Boldt’s plan as well as the timeline for long term maintenance or disposal. Committee Member Kelliher moved and seconded by Committee Member Olson that we allow Griffin Boldt the opportunity to present his proposal for Bee Houses at the three parks. The Committee will consider his ideas on his proposal at that time and vote accordingly. The motion passed unanimously, 11-0.