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161 o A shift toward offering more full-day camps in response to increasing demand. <br />162 o Expansion of non-traditional sports opportunities. <br />163 o Fostering new partnerships with community resources. <br />164 <br />165 Parks and Recreation Work Experience <br />166 Over 200 seasonal workers are employed annually. <br />167 Positions range from first jobs to roles with high levels of responsibility. <br />168 Work hours vary from a few hours per week to full-time. <br />169 Opportunities for growth within the department, either as a recreation professional or in other <br />170 areas. <br />171 <br />172 The Commission expressed their appreciation for the many programs offered and acknowledged <br />173 the noticeable improvement in staff training. They also conveyed positive feedback regarding the <br />174 addition of more all-day summer camps. <br />175 <br />176 The Commission discussed the change to winter gymnastics registration and considered how this <br />177 adjustment might impact participation opportunities. <br />178 <br />179 The Commission further discussed how consolidating program locations could enhance certain <br />180 programs, while also potentially limiting accessibility for some residents. <br />181 <br />182 c)QUARTERLY REVIEW OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION GOALS <br />183 Staff introduced the Commission goals to the new members and provided brief updates on <br />184 current progress and upcoming items: <br />185 <br />186 The June Commission meeting will include tours of Autumn Grove Park (to discuss <br />187 upcoming Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) items and an underutilized parcel) and Reservoir <br />188 Woods (to review the evolution of how people interact with natural spaces). <br />189 The installation of the inclusive playground at Lexington Playground is currently underway. <br />190 The systematic installation of bike infrastructure is beginning. <br />191 o The Commission provided feedback on the potential addition of e-bike chargers, bike <br />192 libraries, and bike fix-it stations in the parks. <br />193 A further draft of the Roseville Strategic Plan will be presented to the City Council at a <br />194 future meeting. The Commission will have additional opportunities to provide input on the <br />195 updated drafts. <br />196 <br />197 Staff noted that the bike infrastructure discussion should be considered as a holistic topic for a <br />198 future Commission meeting. Additionally, staff relayed that the City’s Comprehensive Bike Plan <br />199 will be presented to the Commission at a future meeting. <br />200 <br />5 <br />Qbhf!8!pg!38 <br /> <br />