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Discussion included: • It was noted vaccines could be received via an appointment or through walk-ups. • Vaccine clinics are held at the New Brighton Community Center every Wednesday. • The Commission thanked staff for their efforts to get the community vaccinated against COVID-19. B. Facility/Park Naming Policy Discussion—Jennifer Fink, Director of Parks and Recreation Director Fink stated the Midtown Village development will include a small park. There is a desire to have that park named something other than "Midtown Village Park." She reported staff was interested in naming this park to inform the public that this park was available to all residents versus just the residents of Midtown Village. Staff has assembled a number of examples of park naming policies. These examples were shared with the Commission and staff requested feedback on suggested names for a recommendation to Council. Discussion included: • The Commission supported not naming the park after a person. • The Commission suggested indigenous or alternate languages be considered along with historical events for the park name. • The Commission suggested the community be engaged in the naming process, with the Commission making a final suggestion to the City Council. • Staff discuss the amenities that were being proposed for the pocket park. • The Commission thanked staff for providing the group with a list of criteria that has been used in the past for naming parks. C. Midtown Village Playground RFP Update -Jennifer Fink, Director of Parks and Recreation Director Fink stated the Midtown Village development will include a small park. This park will be open to the public, and not just for residents of the Midtown Village development. The size and cost ($80,000) for the park was described with the Commission. Staff discussed the new proposal process, provided information about the selection process and commented on how Commissioners can assist. Discussion included: • The life and longevity of the playground equipment was discussed. • It was noted the park may not be able to accommodate swings due to its small footprint. • The Commission recommended the park be ADA compliant. • Staff would be providing the Commission with more information on the park playground at the June PREC meeting. VI. Announcements A. City Council Report—Council Member Pam Axberg Councilmember Axberg provided the Commission with an update from the City Council. She thanked the Commissioners for their service to the community. She reported the Council passed an ordinance that addressed short term rentals in the community. She