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06-03-2024 PRCEM Parks, Recreation &Community Education Advisory Board Meeting Minutes June 3, 2024 Members present were Josh Kamrath, Kyle Wendling, Sara Pollman, Mark Lansink, Chad Czmowski, Margo Kaping and Liz Stearns. Staff present Lynn Neumann and Leslie Alberts. The meeting was called to order at 5:22 pm. The motion was made by Chad Czmowski to approve the meeting minutes dated May 6, 2024. Sara Pollman seconded the motion. The minutes were approved. Old Business Community Education Coordinator Retirement • Sharon Armstrong retied May 31, 2024. • 1 external offer was made and waiting to hear if accepted. East Rink Dasher Boards Update • Boards are installed-a few adjustments need to be made. • New nets, boards and glass were installed. • Kept old boards for potential use outdoors at another location. New Business Goats on the Go Project • Arrived June 1 at Roberts Park utilizing 6 acres for grazing. • Looking at adding acreage at Tartan Park and the dog park. • Move the goats around based on how much they are eating within the 6 acres. • Biggest worry from owner is dogs that are off leash. • Goats will move from Roberts Park to Riverside park and then to Miller Woods. PRCE Summer Updates o Aquatic Center o Morning lap swim started June 3, 2024. o Worked on training lifeguards and staff. Looking for more lifeguards. o Summer Ice o Started June 3, 2024. o Recreation programs o Reported registration numbers for Recreation and Community Education programming. o In need of coaches for ice skating lessons, Tigerball and T-ball. o Community Education Programs o Majority of camps began June 3. o Parks & Campground o Library Square Fountain is broken due to the public swimming in it. The electrical system is fried. Will require a system replacement. Board Member Items • Pickleball: would like `first come-first serve' signs placed at Park Elementary courts. Heavier nets were OK'd to purchase for Park Elementary. These will remain on the courts. Adiournment A motion to adjourn was made by Chad Czmowski and Mark Lansink seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 6:03 pm. Next meeting is August 5 - Location TBD