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Motion by Ms. DeVine to replace the broken toddler swing at the Tracie McBride Park with an infant swing.' Motion seconded by Mr. Porter. Yea's by Ms. DeVine, Mr. Navin, Mr. Porter and Mr. Brown. Nay by-Mr. Larson. Motion carried. Hockey Season - General Discussion Mr. Brown questioned if there have been any ads placed in the local newspaper for ice rink attendants. He will need 5 -6 people to work at the ice rink, and in the past there hasn't been much of a turnout for applicants. If there are enough applicants, he would like to have an interview process, instead of just hiring anyone we can get. Ms. Lien stated that no ads have been run yet, but we can run an ad in the monthly and quarterly City newsletter for rink attendants. The Park and Recreation Committee decided to try to get kids locally for the positions of rink attendants. In addition to placing ads in the monthly and quarterly newsletter, Ms. Lien is to post it on the sign in front of City Hall and place an ad in the Quad. Mr. Brown offered to place a notice at the Centennial Middle School. Ms. Lien questioned if the Park and Recreation Committee wanted to host another Community Skate Night. If so, who will be responsible for coordinating the event? It was the consensus of the Park and Recreation Committee to place an ad in the monthly and quarterly newsletter looking for volunteers to coordinate the Community Skate Night. Mr. Navin requested Ms. Lien remind Public Works to "wack the weeds" after the first frost at the ice rink. NEW BUSINESS Community Bonfire Mr. March explained that on October 23" when the CNN and volunteers are installing the park equipment at Acorn Creek Park, that this would be the perfect time to host the First Annual City wide bonfire. Mr. Paul McDowell of Northern Forest Products has offered a donation of scrap wood to the City. Mr. March continued, adding that the week of October 10th - 16t is the League of Minnesota Cities Week, and this would keep with the flow of promoting the City. Mr. March felt this would be a great opportunity to bring the residents out for a non - alcoholic bonfire. YMCA Ms. DeVine mentioned that she attended the last Design Team visit, and was interested in learning more about the YMCA that is proposing to be built in Lino Lakes. Mr. March explained that Daryl Silverness, who is working with YMCA and Lino Lakes approached him last week. Mr. Silvemess is looking for someone in Centerville to become involved in working with Lino Lakes in establishing events through the YMCA. There could be a discount for residents of Centerville, a teen center for youth and youth activities in the parks. Ms. DeVine offered to be on the 5