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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20210721 - Workshop Red Wing Youth Commission Workshop City Council Chambers July 21, 2021 Commissioners Present: Chairperson Molly Bradley; Commissioners Gavin Magill, Allie Meyer, Nora Meyer, Kaylee Snider, and Matthew Lu Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Kayleigh Hoppman and Deyahni Cooper Others Present: Helen Korbel, Staff Liaison; Michelle Leise, Community Engagement Specialist; Laurel Stinson, Council Liaison; Becky Norton, Council President; Evan Brown, Council Member 1. Call to Order Chairperson Bradley called the workshop to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Presentation by and Conversation with City Officials Council President Norton provided an overview of the structure and responsibilities of the City of Red Wing government, including infrastructure, public safety, parks and recreation, library services, economic development, Port Authority, and The Sheldon Theatre. Council Liaison Stinson discussed the role of boards and commissions to advise the City Council and collaborate with other groups. Council President Norton discussed policy-making and other responsibilities of elected leaders in collaboration City staff with other entities. She further discussed the volunteer work of board and commission members. She reviewed some the roles and responsibilities of the Council President, the Council Vice President, the Council President Pro Tem, the Mayor, and the Council Administrator. Council Liaison Stinson described her role as Council Liaison to the Red Wing Youth Commission. Council Member Brown discussed his role as Council Liaison to the Sustainability Commission. He suggested scheduling a joint workshop with the Sustainability Commission and the Youth Commission to discuss potential ways to collaborate on projects. The process of scheduling a joint workshop was reviewed. Commissioner Lu referenced past discussion of sustainability related projects and suggested adding more specific information to the Youth Commission Work Plan. Council Administrator Kuhlmann further discussed the structure of the City of Red Wing government. She reviewed some of the roles and responsibilities of City Officers / Department Heads. She discussed the role of the Community Engagement Facilitator. She thanked Youth Commission members for their service, noting that input from the Youth Commission will help make Red Wing a better city. Chairperson Bradley asked whether there are other positions available for youth. Red Wing Youth Commission Workshop Minutes Page 1 of 3 July 21, 2021 Administrator Kuhlmann commented that election volunteers are always needed and appreciated. She indicated that she will research the age requirement for this role and will ask the City Clerk to gather additional information. She also discussed the hiring of seasonal workers during the summer months. Community Engagement Facilitator Leise discussed internships through the Flight Paths program and City staff shadowing opportunities. Council President Norton commented that Youth Commission recommendations will be reviewed by the City Council, which will provide feedback and may request additional discussion by the Youth Commission. 3. Discussion of River City Days Chairperson Bradley suggested discussion of flyers, banners, or other promotional materials. Community Engagement Facilitator Leise suggested determining the goal of creating these items. Several Commissioners volunteered to assist at River City Days. The location of the City of Red Wing tent at Bay Point Park and the days / hours of operation were reviewed. Commissioners discussed various strategies for talking with both parents and youth. The purposes of the promotional materials were discussed. It was discussed that banners could be used at multiple events. It was suggested to print Youth Commission shirts once a logo has been designed. Commissioner Lu volunteered to assist with designing a banner. Ms. Leise indicated that she will research printing options. Potential activities at the booth were discussed. It was discussed that booth volunteers should be members of the Youth Commission. Youth Commission member recruitment was discussed. The application and selection processes were reviewed. Application distribution was discussed. Social media communication was discussed. It was suggested to disseminate information to a wide variety of groups, in order to encourage a diverse group of applicants. It was suggested to revise the flyer that was used in the past. It was decided not to participate in the River City Days parade this year. A committee was formed to work on River City Days materials and activities, consisting of Chairperson Bradley, Commissioner Snider, Commissioner Cooper, and Commissioner N. Meyer. Committee communication was discussed. It was suggested to design and print stickers along with the other materials. 4. Commissioner Comments Red Wing Youth Commission Workshop Minutes Page 2 of 3 July 21, 2021 Commissioner A. Meyer suggested building relationships with School District representatives and discussing ways to communicate with students and promote volunteer opportunities. Commissioner A. Meyer volunteered to assist with this initiative. 5. Adjournment Chairperson Bradley adjourned the workshop at 7:37 p.m. Red Wing Youth Commission Workshop Minutes Page 3 of 3 July 21, 2021