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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes September 23, 2024 Page 3 of 5 • Vincent Mione stated that he has experience in video conferencing. The cost is $218 each for a license, and a video bar is about $2,000. He offered to provide information to any interested parties. • Several people reported that they would be willing to pay or donate money. RAB member and staff discussion: • Staff could analyze the classes to determine who are the core teachers in a Zoom format and figure out which teachers would like to continue teaching Zoom classes. • If a teacher is unavailable on a specific date, then the Zoom class or Zoom portion of the class could be canceled. This would eliminate the need to provide licenses for substitute teachers. • Zoom classes fit with the sustainability goals of the City. When patrons exercise in their houses, they are not driving and traffic is decreased. • Patrons sign in with a link, which should help to attain reasonable cybersecurity for the classes. • Regarding suggestions that patrons pay an additional amount for Zoom classes, Kathy said that the Rec Center is contractually bound by programs such as Silver Sneakers and Renew Active. These programs do not allow additional fees for certain types of classes. In addition, individuals cannot donate money for a specific program. Donations go to the general fund. • Paulina Bennett said the upfront cost of a Zoom room could be cheaper over time than paying by the year. Gene expressed concern about paying so much upfront when we have seen many unpredictable events recently. • RAB members expressed support for continuing Zoom classes, at least with teachers who want to continue. • Adam Blackmore stated that the Board should send a Memo to the Finance Department and to City Council quickly. City Council will be looking at the budget soon. Lisa will write a Memo and send it. MOTION: The Rec Advisory Board supports continuation of Zoom fitness classes and recommends that City Council approve the necessary funding. Motion: Lisa Norgard Second: Michele Van Pelt The motion was passed unanimously. Long Range Plan Update — Bryon Weber • Bryon Weber is the Project Manager for Parks and Open Space. The Department is beginning the process of determining a long-range plan. This type of plan was last completed in 2012 and is usually done on a 10-year cycle. The purpose of the plan is to determine the vision, goals, and direction of the department with feedback from the community. Then staff and City Council can align money to meet this plan. The first step is to hire a