2022-01-05 P & R Minutes - Approved

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City of Centerville Parks and Recreation Meeting Minutes January 5, 2022 1. Centennial Community Education – Ms. Cori Sendle Ms. Sendle requested the use of Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park for two (2) of their Community Education programs. Motion made by Committee Member Kubat, seconded by Committee Member Akpan to approve the use of Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park for the following Centennial Community Education programs: “Soccer Tots” (younger kids soccer) on Monday and Wednesday evenings, from July 20 through August 10, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and “Mini Hawk” (younger kids sports sampler) on Monday through Wednesday mornings, from July 18 through July 21, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 (noon), with the caveat that if areas requested are not be available, than Acorn Park could be utilized for these activities. All in favor. Motion carried. 2. Fete des Lacs 2022 Administrator Statz stated that the planning for the 2022 Fete des Lacs has begun. He explained that this is a joint venture between the City and the Centerville Lions Club. He suggested that a sub-committee of three (3) members should be organized to plan and coordinate details regarding the committee’s involvement of events which would allow him to be relieved of those duties. Committee Members Peterson, Akpan and Freiermuth volunteered to serve and attend the monthly Fete des Lacs meetings. He stated that the meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month at 5:00 – 6:15 p.m. It was stated that the sub-committee would participate as a liaison for the committee and report back to the committee. Some of the activities to consider for continued inclusion in this annual event include the 5k/8k Run, Parade, Game Truck, Car Show, Paddle Event, Business Attractions, Public Safety Night, Fireworks and more. Mr. Pat Branch has indicated his desire to step back from being the Coordinator of the 5k/8k Runs and the Paddle event as he has been involved in this position for the past several years. In addition, a Parade Coordinator is also needed. 3. Music in the Park – 2022 Committee Member Peterson stated that he would continue to coordinate this event. He suggested that the dates should be Tuesdays, beginning June 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 and Aug 9 & 16 with no show on August 2 due to Night to Unite. He would contact musical acts from prior years and asked for suggestions for new acts. He stated that the budget would need to be determined. Discussion ensued regarding the desired participation of food trucks and replacement of the current mixer board for audio. He suggested that the purchase of a new mixer be added to the Action Item listing for future discussion. 4. Tracking of Event Volunteers Committee Member Seeley suggested that a volunteer listing should commence with the January Skate/Sled event which would include the volunteer’s name, address, telephone number and email address. Chairperson Errickson-Grahek would coordinate this request. VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 5, 2021 Page 3 of 5