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Cedarholm Updates were provided from the advisory group. The City Council asked o that they ensure ample public input opportunities during the advisory process. th August 16 will be the next public meeting with a presentation by the o advisory team and time for public input. Commissioner Becker-Finn questioned the use of renewal funds for potential upcoming sidewalk projects. Brokke explained that $2 million of the renewal program was identified for additional sidewalks and pathways to connect the park system and other amenities. Currently, there are $600,000 dollars remaining for this use. This money will go to complete some smaller previously identified pathways in the community. Commissioner Becker-Finn stated she was not questioning the validity of the projects. Rather, she feels it would have been beneficial for the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss and recommend the location of potential sidewalks with the City Council during the joint meeting. Brokke confirmed that all locations were previously identified as part of the renewal program. Acting Chair Gelbach suggested that sidewalks and pathways should be included as a discussion item next time the Parks and Recreation Commission meets with the City Council in a Joint meeting. Commissioner Diedrick questioned how the Parks and Recreation Commission will be looking at asset management going forward. Brokke stated that Parks and Recreation staff would provide additional details on life cycles and asset management at subsequent meetings. 5.CEDARHOLM GOLF COURSE REPLACEMENT UPDATE Acting Chair Gelbach confirmed 21 residents, 5 staff members and 2 Parks and th Recreation Commissioners are on the committee. August 11 is the next meeting and th August 16 will be a public presentation. Anfang confirmed that the committee previously met on 6 occasions. The committee has th chosen to add an additional meeting on August 11. This meeting will be used to clarify and wrap up the Final Report. Ћ