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also Cabarrus County as examples of the variety of approaches taken by different <br /> locales. Stancil also discussed briefly the subdivision land dedication and <br /> payment in lieu system in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Lastly, Stancil <br /> discussed artificial surface playing fields as another issue for further study in the <br /> plan. He explained the pros and cons of this concept such as potential concerns <br /> about health issues related to synthetic turf versus the playability and revenue <br /> generation from these fields. Stancil ended his discussion by asking for feedback <br /> from the Council. Colvin provided that more accessibility be included for those <br /> who have disabilities. The Council will have an opportunity to review their <br /> collective comments and ideas on the mid-plan review in April and May <br /> Old Business: <br /> a. Approval of 2022 Annual Report/Work Plan (Attachment 1) The Council <br /> reviewed the 2022 Annual Report/Work Plan draft document and approved the <br /> final annual report and work plan. <br /> Report of the Director- <br /> a. Updates- (Blackwood, Perry Hills, Recreation Programs) Stancil gave a review of <br /> the status of Blackwood Farm Park and potential soft opening date. He talked <br /> about the reasons for the delay such as electrical, septic issues and NC DOT <br /> requirements. He stated that the next Perry Hills Mini Park meeting will be in <br /> March. He reviewed that the Recreation Division recently held their annual <br /> program review retreat at Central Recreation, and discussed the plans to move <br /> forward with engaging on social medial platforms more in this year. <br /> b. March Meeting Plans (Outside Agencies)- Stancil discussed the outside agencies <br /> that PRC will review and recommend. Application information and scorecards <br /> will be sent by staff after the meeting and prior to the March 1 meeting where the <br /> scoring will occur. <br /> Council and Committee Reports: <br /> a. Intergovernmental Parks Work Group (next mtg April 12) Greg Hughes <br /> volunteered to be the new liaison. <br /> b. Items from the Council/Sharing of Volunteer Opportunities- none <br /> Adjournment: Fleming adjourned meeting at 7:49 pm. <br /> Next Meeting: March 1, 6:30pm Bonnie B. Davis EAC. <br />