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would need to be approved by Park Board. Part-time seasonal employees will be placed on the monthly agenda but do not require Motion for approval. Fom Shock and Dave Richman representing St. Thomas More are requesting the use of the mobile stage for Saturday, June 18 for the Church's new community festival. After discussing the size of the stage, St. Thomas More has withdrawn their request. Park Board discussed the stage rental policy, including guidelines and initial fees and would like it added to the list of procedures to be reviewed. Mooresville Street Fairs are scheduled for May 14, July 9, and September 17. The Town Council has approved the Street Fairs, with the condition that the Park Board approve the use of Bicentennial Park on these dates. A Special Request Form and Certificate of Insurance has not been received as of date. The Park Board showed concern about approving without having the documentation. The Special Event Form and required C of I must be presented to the Park Board before the May meeting, or the Mooresville Street Fair cannot occur in Bicentennial Park. The YMCA of Morgan County is planning a 5k run/walk series on the last Wednesday of the month at different parks throughout the summer. They are requesting to have a 5k in Pioneer Park on Wednesday, August 31, at 6 pm. The event is free, and participants receive a t -shirt. Motion to approve YMCA of Morgan County use of Pioneer Park with fee waived for a 5K made by Matt Saner, seconded by Brian Wiser. Motion carried. Supt Wilson informed the Board of a request from Control Ciaos Dog Training. The group is looking for a field space approximately 30x30 and would have no more than two dogs training out at the same time but could have 6-10 people (some with multiple dogs). The training dates would be once weekly through August. All dogs are fully trained, and they have records of all shots plus liability insurance. Discussion ensued. Supt. Wilson asked the Park Board to talk about guidelines and fees for special groups using the Park and establish a policy and fee structure for green space. In March, the DNR did a routine inspection of Pioneer Park because we had used Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) assistance to acquire, develop or renovate the property. While no corrective action is needed, they did recommend that park property deeds have Deed Protection Language to protect the property from anything other than outdoor recreation use. Supt. Wilson is looking into if we have an encumbered deed with such language for any parcels that used LWCF monies. Supt. Wilson asked the Board if the Park should keep the utilities on in the two properties (J1/J2) adjacent to Pioneer Park. Discussion ensued. Motion to approve turn off all utilities of the purchased houses made by Lynn Adams, seconded by Brian Wiser. Motion Carried Asst. Superintendent Simpson informed the Board that there are no new employees this time, and he is interviewing daily and is still looking for summer employees. RECU Contract through 2022 - 2024 is waiting for School Board approval. The school board meets Tuesday, April 12.