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<br />The Commission and staff discussed potential next steps for evaluating skate park options, <br />including reviewing comparable amenities, exploring new or alternative designs, and considering <br />how a skate park would fit within the broader park system and align with Roseville’s Strategic <br />Plan. <br /> <br />Commissioner Botzek noted that the City is currently developing its first Climate Equity Action <br />Plan and suggested adding a future agenda item to allow the Commission to receive updates on <br />the advisory team’s work related to this effort. <br /> <br />Commissioner Kooistra suggested that future community engagement be considered to gather <br />input on the open space at Autumn Grove Park. <br /> <br />7. OTHER BUSINESS <br />a) DEPARTMENTAL UPDATES <br /> Multiple proposals have been received from contractors for the feasibility study of a non- <br />traditional pathway within the Aldine Street right-of-way. Staff indicated that a strong <br />candidate has been identified. The project is anticipated to be completed following snowmelt <br />this winter or in the spring to allow for a full-scale analysis. <br /> The John Rose Minnesota OVAL has opened and experienced strong attendance. Staff <br />thanked the Friends of the OVAL Foundation for hosting a winter kick-off event featuring <br />discounted skating, promotional items, and opportunities for the public to learn more about <br />the Foundation. Staff noted the event was very successful. <br /> FOR Parks hosted its Designer Handbag Bingo fundraising event on November 8 at the <br />Cedarholm Community Building. <br /> The Central Park Foundation recently held a quarterly meeting. <br /> Cookies and Cocoa with Kris Kringle will take place on December 6 at the Cedarholm <br />Community Building. Pre-registration is required for this event. <br /> The Holiday Craft Fair will be held December 6–7, 2025, with hours from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 <br />p.m. on Saturday and 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. <br /> A Natural Resources volunteer event is scheduled for December 20 at Materion Park, where <br />volunteers will assist with buckthorn removal. <br /> The winter holiday skating schedule for the Roseville Skating Center and the John Rose <br />Minnesota OVAL has been published. <br /> Outdoor skating rinks are anticipated to open on December 20, weather permitting. <br /> A community engagement meeting for Autumn Grove Park is anticipated to be announced in <br />mid-January 2026, with the meeting expected to take place later that month. <br /> Winter activity brochures will be delivered to homes in the coming days. Staff noted that the <br />brochure features an updated look and layout and welcomed feedback on the changes. <br /> <br /> <br />6 <br /> <br /> <br />