Board hears that Fred Poppy Park bridge master plan is on hold while bids are evaluated

Aug 25, 2026

Members discussed recent bids for a bridge at Fred Poppy Park and cautioned that replacing the bridge could consume a large share of available impact fees; staff said the park master plan is on hold while city management explores revenue and design options.

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A board member asked about the bid opening for a bridge project at Fred Poppy Park. The Chair said bids had “come in at 5.8 and 6,700,000, I believe,” noting that, if pursued, the bridge could use a significant portion of available impact fees. Joshua Frisbie said he did not have complete bid details at the meeting but confirmed the master plan for the park has been put on hold by city management while revenue sources and other options are evaluated.

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