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Councilmember Bullock expressed a desire to find a way to meet all of Cove's needs either with ARPA money or money from the General Fund. Director Gordon recommended a natural gas over a diesel generator and advised that the generator be large enough to power the entire building. Cove Solar Councilmember Rader committed to returning to the committee at the April 24Th meeting with a presentation discussing specifics, options, and pricing. Councilmember Bullock advocated for an electric battery generator as opposed to natural gas. He also spoke about the cost benefits of using solar energy and taking steps to be compatible with the Climate Action Plan. Madison Park Master Plan Assistant Director Baas explained that the City was previously awarded funds from the Cuyahoga County Planning Commission to produce a master plan. The proposal requests $100,000 to implement the short-term recommendations anticipated to result from that report. Mr. Baas acknowledged that the proposal is a placeholder since the master plan has yet to be completed. However, having the funds in place will allow the city to move quickly to implement recommendations. Councilmember Bullock referenced his previously discussed proposal to put$20,000 of ARPA funds toward the purchase of new storage and equipment at Madison Park. He agreed that if this can be accomplished, he will commit the $20,000 toward the Master Plan proposal. Lakewood Park Pickleball Courts Assistant Director Baas explained that this project will convert the north tennis court into a pickleball court at an estimated cost of$150,000. At this time the City has committed $50,000 to the project, the County is expected to commit$50,000, and an ARPA contribution of$50,000 would create an even split of funds between the city, county, and ARPA. Mr. Baas and the committee discussed the considerations that went into identifying a suitable pickleball location that would not disrupt residents with noise. Traffic Calming for Neighborhoods President Litten described the proposal as a collaboration with the Planning Department and is an attempt to expedite the city's existing traffic calming program and process. Mr. Baas explained that the funds would go toward supporting the purchase of additional radar signs and speed tables for the streets that have already been deemed eligible for speed tables. Mr. Baas remarked that speed radar signs have proven to be popular and effective. The estimated cost of each speed table is $5,200 including a seven-year data plan. In addition, they also collect speed data 24/7 with the purchase of a data plan. The committee and Mr. Baas along with Chief Coletta discussed the structure of various data plan options and if the expenses can be staggered. 2