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o Consider EV charging in conjunction with the new Maintenance and Operations Center Fleet leadership highlights: o Roseville operates the state’s second electric fire truck o Sever City “get-around” vehicles are electric or hybrid o Pickup trucks are currently not viable due to winter plowing needs o EV options will continue to be evaluated as fleet vehicles are replaced Vice-Chair Beckman asked about the break-even point for fee-based charging stations. Staff responded that the specific costs are not yet known, but noted that fees required to cover expenses may exceed what users are willing to pay and could require subsidy. Commissioner Penny asked whether staff had contacted the City of Shoreview for information on the charging stations at the Shoreview Community Center. Staff indicated that they have not yet done so but committed to reaching out for additional information. 6. COMMISSION DIRECTION ON MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS a)LIST OF COMMISSIONERS SUGGESTED TOPICS The Commission reviewed the list of previously suggested topics and chose not to add any additional items at this time. 7. OTHER BUSINESS a)DEPARTMENTAL UPDATES A total of 63 sets of cross-country skis have been rented this year, along with multiple snowshoe rentals. Staff noted that these activities are not intended to generate profit, but rather to introduce residents to new recreational opportunities and encourage park use during the winter months. The new online registration system, Dash, was recently used for gymnastics registrations and performed well. Some challenges were noted with picnic shelter reservations; however, staff indicated that the fixes are straightforward and will be addressed with Dash programmers. These early issues are expected to help troubleshoot potential challenges ahead of the larger spring/summer registration periods. Approximately 2,000 skaters attended the New Year’s Eve on Ice event at the Roseville Skating Center and the John Rose Minnesota OVAL. The Holiday Craft Fair was a successful event, drawing approximately 2,200 attendees over two days. Proceeds from the event support the Harriet Alexander Nature Center. The Natural Resources Volunteer Event held in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day will include winter seeding of native grasses, followed by brunch. Pre-registration is required for this event. Candlelight Snowshoeing is scheduled for January 23 at the Cedarholm Community Building. 9