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Roll Call Ayes: Beckman, Botzek, Donaldson, Harris, Her, Kooistra, Matts-Benson, Penny. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Vice-Chair Beckmann moved to wait to discuss the “additional considerations” until the feasibility study has been conducted. Chair Matts-Benson seconded. Roll Call Ayes: Beckman, Botzek, Donaldson, Harris, Her, Kooistra, Matts-Benson, Penny. Nays: None. Abstain: None. b) PREPARE FOR JOINT MEETING WITH THECITY COUNCIL ON SEPT. 15, 2025 The Commission reviewed the PowerPoint presentation prepared by staff for the upcoming joint meeting with the City Council. Commissioners discussed who would lead the discussion for each topic and what information should be included in the presentation. Specifically, they suggested having the Park Tour, Campus Master Plan, Recreation Program Quality, and the Parks and Recreation System Master Plan on the “Other Discussion Topics” slide. They also recommended highlighting the goals of “Supporting and grow the three Friends groups” and “Reviewing and advising on the Volunteer Program” when discussing the Parks and Recreation Commission Goals. c) MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS CENTER UPDATE (STANDING ITEM) Requests for Proposals (RFP) have been issued for an architect, and a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) has been issued for a construction manager for the project. Proposals will be reviewed within the next week, with an anticipated recommendation to the City Council for an architect by the end of the month, followed by a recommendation for a construction manager shortly thereafter. 6. COMMISSION DIRECTION ON MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Penny requested adding the following items to a future Commission agenda: The potential of adding electric vehicle chargers as a future park amenity. Opportunities for collaboration between the Parks and Recreation Commission and the community group at Parkview School working on an inclusive playground. 8