Parks & Recreation asks for modest operating increases, highlights sports lighting fixes and bond projects

Jul 14, 2026

Parks & Recreation presented a FY27 general fund operating increase (~3.9%), requested reclassification of a 0.75 FTE to full time ($10,000), described ongoing lighting and field maintenance needs tied to a bond initiative, and listed capital carry‑forwards including boat‑ramp and taxiway projects.

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Jim, presenting for Parks & Recreation, outlined the department’s FY27 general fund budget and staffing adjustments and highlighted several maintenance and capital priorities. The department seeks a reclassification of a 0.75 FTE to full‑time at an additional $10,000 and described operating increases driven by contracted services, field lighting repairs and prescribed‑burn training.

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