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Commission members discussed the information gathered by Diedrick and M. Holt and made suggestions on how the memo might be edited to outline the benefits, opportunities and logistics for the addition of a volunteer coordinator within the Parks and Recreation division. Commissioners around the table recognized the time and effort put in by Mary and Lee to tap into the knowledge of established parks and recreation volunteer programs, research findings and readings on the benefits and outcomes of supporting a volunteer coordinator, and the potential for financial savings and increased community engagement. Phil Gelbach volunteered to work with the summary written by M. Holt and Diedrick and will compile a memo to be presented to the Council at their June joint meeting. PARK BOARD DISCUSSION 6. Commission discussed the draft document provided by Wall and Simbeck. All were in agreement that the document was very thorough and provided good information for the Council and the Commission. Commissioners once again recognized the added work done by Wall and Simbeck in collecting information and summarizing the findings for the group and Council in an effort to facilitate discussions at the upcoming joint Council/Commission meeting. PREPARE FOR JOINT CITY COUNCIL/COMMISSION MEETING 7. Commission Chair D. Holt reviewed draft agenda for the Joint meeting with Commissioners. Commissioners agreed that the topics listed were timely and needing further discussion and direction from the Council. All Commissioners agreed to take part in the discussion and lead various agenda items to insure a group voice and commission-wide participation. OTHER 8.  Brokke updated Commission on spring and early summer department activities and shared information on upcoming department events and opportunities. Meeting adjourned at 8:30pm Respectfully Submitted, Jill Anfang, Assistant Director