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June 8,2021 Page 4 of 5 Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas asked if there has been messaging with those living within the Midtown Village area that this playground would a community park Parks and Recreation Director Fink stated Director Schlichting has worked with the developer on this park She commented there would be clear signage at the new playground that this was a City park She indicated there was another small play structure within the development that was just for Midtown Village residents. Motion by Councilmember Abdulle,seconded by Councilmember Allen to authorize the purchase of the equipment and installation of the playground structure at Midtown Village by MN- WI Playground. A roll call vote was taken. 4 Ayes,0 Nays-Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates Commission Liaison Reports, Devin Massopust Announcements and Updates City Manager Massopust reported staff began working with CultureBrokers to further the City's DEI efforts. He explained on June 26th and June 27th the City would be hosting the Second Annual Chalk Festival at Veterans Park. He commented artists were being accepted at this time. Graeme Allen Councilmember Allen reported the Public Safety Commission will meet next on June 14th at 6:30 p.m. He encouraged residents to consider getting their vaccination at the Community Center as walk ins were now welcome every Wednesday. Pam Axberg Councilmember Axberg reported the EDC met on Wednesday, June 2nd where the group discussed the work plan for 2021-2022. She indicated the group also discussed housing related issues based on the dialogue that was held with ULI. Abdullahi Abdulle Councilmember Abdulle reported the Planning Commission would meet next Tuesday on June 15th. He stated he would not be able to attend this meeting and would need another Councilmember to step in as the Council Liaison. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas congratulated the Class of 2021. She reported the League of Women Voters has a need for members. She noted this group would be holding their annual convention this weekend and was encouraged those interested to attend this event. She stated the City has been invited to join the farmer's market on a regular table every week. She indicated a member of the City Council and staff member would be present each week at the farmers market to meet with the public. She encouraged the public to ask questions and speak with the City Council and staff members at the farmer's market. She noted she would be hosting a Mayor's Conversation next week and information about this event would be posted on social media. She encouraged students to consider becoming involved in their local government by serving as a Student Commissioner. Those interested should contact City Hall for further information.