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Even if we have our own personal device, most employers prefer that <br />you use the work device instead of your personal device. The <br />Commissioner believes the City is being proactive and starting early <br />which he believes is a positive thing. <br />Having an iPad could replace the binders they have with all the maps. <br />It is understood that the iPad would use a certain software and if it <br />were broadcast through an e-mail and tied to a particular application, <br />then an iPad may be what is needed. <br />A Commissioner inquired of Council Liaison Burg what her experience has <br />been with moving to an iPad. <br />Council Liaison Burg stated that having iPads saves much staff time. You <br />would be using iLegislate which would give you access to all past history to <br />look back at Commission meetings on the iPad. She had boxes of papers at <br />home that she no longer needs and is able to do research right on her iPad. It <br />does save time in looking for things. It is a time saver and helps to have <br />everything in one place. <br />An inquiry was made as to why the iPad was chosen, when a Microsoft based <br />device would work and is less expensive. Council Liaison Burg commented <br />that staff did a lot of research into which product would work best for City <br />needs. The Council did try different products before a decision was made. <br />Council Liaison Burg stated it is possible that Commissioners will not be <br />getting brand new devices, but probably someone who had their device <br />upgraded, will be passed down to you. <br />Director Breuer commented that instead of all the park maps in a binder, you <br />could find them on your iPad or have easy access to the Strategic Plan <br />information. Also it would be compliant with the data practices. Possibly this <br />would be implemented after April 1St, because term limits are ending and new <br />commissioners may be on board. There will need to be training on this also. <br />• Another comment was that when someone sees something in the park <br />that needs attention, you could take a photo and send it in right away <br />while at the park. <br />Council Liaison Burg restated that staff time is saved. The Council packets <br />used to require an entire day to prepare. You will have the ability to access <br />information at your fingertips. There is also the benefit of uniformity of <br />equipment throughout the City. Once you start using it, you will appreciate the <br />benefit of having it. <br />b. Schedule a Date for 2016 Park Tour <br />Commissioner Frischman stated that knowing 2016 will bring discussion on <br />the New Brighton Exchange Parks, she suggested the July meeting so that <br />would give commissioners time to discuss with and engage residents on their <br />ideas and desires for that area, before the parks tour. She felt it important to <br />get as much public involvement as possible on the New Brighton Exchange <br />Parks. <br />January 6, 2016 Parks, Recreation and Environmental Commission Minutes Page 2 <br />