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Major items described by staff included:
- Ridge Run White Family Cabin Remodel: On schedule for use beginning May 10; work includes door and window replacement, chimney repairs, a gas fireplace insert, interior pine paneling and a new exterior wood deck. Most funding for this project comes from an anonymous donation; parks operating funds will cover roof replacement.
- Painting and maintenance contracts at the Marin Center and barn: Staff reported the Marin Center contract at just under $28,000 and the barn estimate at about $12,000.
- Tree Surety/Planting Program: A contractor will plant 209 trees across the city (81 free citizen requests; 52 for 2024 road reconstruction; 23 for new neighborhoods; 53 in city parks). Staff cited a total planting budget of roughly $79,000 and a planting contract of just over $60,000, including $25,000 from a 2024 DNR Urban Forestry grant.
- Regner Labyrinth Garden accessible parking: Project out to bid with a budget of $34,000 and construction planned as early as August with a 90-day contract window.
- Parks Forestry Workshop roof replacement: Budget estimate of $54,000 funded from the 2025 building maintenance budget.
- Camp Lodge final improvements: Budgeted at $40,000 for final-phase interior and systems upgrades.
- Wingate Park Playground replacement: Budgeted $110,000; play equipment costs just under $70,000. Staff said the department received a manufacturer grant of roughly $48,000. Installation was scheduled for Aug. 9 with a neighborhood volunteer build planned.
- Nature Playground, Quest Creek Field 3 scoreboard and other smaller projects: Quest Creek Field 3 received a scoreboard donated by the West Bend Athletic Association; the scoreboard was installed and will be wired for the season.
- Security camera installations at Riverside Park, the Riverwalk alley and other vandalism-prone sites: Staff described camera placements for improved restroom and alley security.
- Regner swim pond dredging and Aqua Park work: Contractor equipment on site; staff said they plan to dredge to depths of about 14–15 feet, remove 15,000 cubic yards of sediment and add about 3,500 cubic yards of sand. Staff listed line-item costs for Aqua Park elements: BMCI contract portion $197,300 (with contingency), inflatables and life jackets $146,000, electrical work $15,750, miscellaneous $10,000 and concrete anchors $3,250. Staff presented funding sources including park impact fees ($233,000 allocated), a $30,000 donation from Westbury Bank, $50,000 from Friends of Park and Rec, $30,000 from the summer lunch program balance, $20,000 from Sunrise Rotary and proceeds from a surplus sale that yielded $11,200.
- Skatepark: Staff said location approved and the next steps are completing an RFP, selecting a designer/builder in 2025 and ramping fundraising and policy work.
- Concession stand floor and cosmetic work: CertiPro contracted to apply polyurea and paint at a cost of $9,137 from park operating funds.
- Downtown Riverwalk and restroom planning: Staff described hiring an architect for pedestrian-bridge lighting, potential festoon lighting downtown and outreach to property owners about possible public restrooms; Riverwalk floodplain constraints were cited as a reason earlier restroom options were infeasible.
- Ice Age Trail and related parking/trailhead improvements: Staff working with Kunkle Engineering to estimate costs; possible small trailhead parking and floating boardwalk options at Ridge Run were discussed.
- Parkside O master planning and All-Abilities playground: Parkside O (an 80-acre parcel) was identified as a future priority for master planning; staff noted maintenance and staffing considerations and said they will seek common council commitment before major development. The All-Abilities playground has completed design drawings and specifications but requires updated cost estimates before construction.

Staff requested the commission serve in a review role for an upcoming combined Park and Open Space Plan and the city's comprehensive plan update; staff said they plan to issue an RFP for both projects together.

Why it matters: the portfolio covers both near-term capital work (playgrounds, concession stand, roof repairs) and multi-year initiatives (Parkside O master planning, skatepark and all-abilities playground) that will influence park access, maintenance costs and fundraising priorities. Staff flagged funding sources and several donor and grant commitments that reduce net project costs.

No commission vote was required for the informational project update; staff will return with bids, RFPs and contract actions as projects move toward procurement.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Parks & Rec - March 27, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Parks staff presented a 21-item project list for 2025 on March 27 that includes cabin remodels, playground replacement, an extensive Regner swim-pond dredge and continued planning for Parkside O and an all-abilities playground.","taxTitle","West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin","taxId",5138,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6100629,"Commission approves no-fee schedule for Independence Day, Luminary Walk and other community events",216,842000,1058000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8&start=842&end=1058","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8/thumbnail_842000.jpg","/articles/6100629/West-Bend-City/Washington-County/Wisconsin/Commission-approves-no-fee-schedule-for-Independence-Day-Luminary-Walk-and-other-community-events","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6100629-383fdd4b7feca4bb6d9d76cab43c7f6f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771132352&Signature=bcLpSzh2ZevUlzRZuHas1FQdRst~qPMi76R14VkUy0E1VMlas2HKlHx3lhHv~Wgs1LRG82z9aDQB0dmlWAsodBQZv1H17u4kDmQUmP1bhOYHi5yPgW92DVcupkF~TsjzxKJFlHhqvxJy1DULfQ9zyAO8wvmDMRxD2ff7MicX2BtFCtDJikb9gKfDH39IQIBk6rLXcFsRCkijxTJanse0GtzI2OtFLWzGYVg0tudpZvCDKI9wqfhE3ktr1JtzDSSnf-0X56WpNhuPnLaNJXD9wmmaoEQ5mA5LSbpUdwYpxmpp3FL5BXfQQVmXxamw-K8jZCrNOnlG4~l4D1Q9TVouNw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Park and Recreation Commission on March 27 approved a slate of no-fee special events for 2025, including the Independence Day celebration, a Luminary Walk in October, Chapman in the Park during the holiday season and the Reindeer Run in December. Staff presented event details and explained insurance and licensing responsibilities required of event hosts.

Staff described the Independence Day schedule: a pickleball tournament at 9 a.m., a parade at 9:30 a.m., food and beverages beginning about 9:30 a.m. in Regner Park, entertainment beginning about 10:30 a.m., and a Duck Derby following the parade with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Thunder Baseball is organizing food and beverage operations and must provide its own insurance and any necessary alcohol licensing through the city clerk’s office; staff emphasized that those requirements are not waived because the event is a city co-hosted occasion.

Other approved events include:
- Luminary Walk (Oct. 18) co-hosted with Friends of Lac La Ron and the Parks and Forestry Department; the Friends group carries liability insurance.
- Chapman in the Park (Nov. 28–Dec. 24) hosted by Sunrise Rotary under an existing memorandum of understanding; the Rotary pays electrical costs tied to the light displays as part of that MOU.
- Reindeer Run (Dec. 7) co-hosted by Friends of Park and Rec and the department at Regner Park.

A motion to approve the no-fee events was made, seconded, and carried by voice vote.

Why it matters: these events are major seasonal activities that rely on community partners and volunteers and require coordination on insurance, licensing and vendor responsibilities. Staff emphasized that even for city co-sponsored events, outside groups must satisfy insurance and licensing requirements.","Commission approved several no-fee, co-hosted special events for 2025 including the July 4 Independence Day celebration, an October Luminary Walk, Chapman in the Park holiday lighting under a Rotary MOU, and the December Reindeer Run.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6100634,"Commission approves Eagle Scout plan to add ropes on Ridge Run sledding hill",268,566000,834000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8&start=566&end=834","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8/thumbnail_566000.jpg","/articles/6100634/West-Bend-City/Washington-County/Wisconsin/Commission-approves-Eagle-Scout-plan-to-add-ropes-on-Ridge-Run-sledding-hill","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6100634-99e3d291de7e3a58d7a3cd2199e62c96/orig.mp4?Expires=1771132352&Signature=FBm8F36c4yzC030pkJ7ke4BoAj0ZK-J382HFYU8X190HgAp5rlyJZdvbnB5wZCqtUHHUDNJWFC3VbFBX6VCOuAVQg2MEirznpG9c~AkzV4ixsBHl4kam1n0B83X4Co197V20j~25IA87XUJNxZrsKU9Eubu-9eByZWDiZ1vdUXQx2B~b0C8963REdUjgL4wl56nQK2E8pq-7nrBZFvBULaNwWGY-cy4MyGk~wYibAfroxxngY~9sydU~AsuAGfRo0qJDaZ9NRot7WFR42JlB6dunvwAQFBC~wCEEi2C5HzcTd82ti7b1FZl5EQQmklKf7a9x~UIFi00cjjwGU3MyZg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Park and Recreation Commission on March 27 approved an Eagle Scout project to install fixed ropes along the north side of the sledding hill at Ridge Run Park to help users climb the steep, icy slope.

Jacob Lindsley (presenter identified in the packet) — who introduced themself in the meeting as \"Jada Lindsey\" and described the project as part of an Eagle Scout requirement — told the commission the plan calls for rounded fence posts 10 to 20 feet tall with two ropes: a higher, thicker rope for most users and a smaller, lower rope for younger children. Lindsley said the ropes would be located along the tree line on the north side of the hill \"so it's not a safety hazard\" and positioned where people already climb the hill. Lindsley said the ropes would remain installed year-round and estimated execution sometime between April and early September of this year, pending coordination with construction volunteers and a contractor to determine the number of posts required.

Parks staff who conducted the site review, including Sue Yensch, participated in the on-site assessment and provided the project handout to the commission. Commissioners asked for clarifications about the number of posts, timeline and whether ropes would remain year-round; the candidate answered they expect to finalize post counts with a construction contact and that the ropes would stay up.

A motion to approve the Eagle Scout project was made, seconded, and carried by voice vote.

Why it matters: the addition aims to concentrate foot traffic to one side of the hill to reduce cross-traffic on the slope and improve safety while preserving sledding use. The commission approved the volunteer-led improvement as submitted, subject to any standard permitting or safety checks by staff.","An Eagle Scout candidate received commission approval to install ropes on the north side of the Ridge Run sledding hill to aid uphill climbers; the candidate expects to begin construction in spring or early fall 2025.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6100639,"West Bend Park Commission approves updated Aqua Park policy, clarifies ticketing and refunds",269,284000,553000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8&start=284&end=553","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8/thumbnail_284000.jpg","/articles/6100639/West-Bend-City/Washington-County/Wisconsin/West-Bend-Park-Commission-approves-updated-Aqua-Park-policy-clarifies-ticketing-and-refunds","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6100639-8c1f0d1c993581fcde3897c6c4fe4ad9/orig.mp4?Expires=1771132352&Signature=RLSYYi0ebpSxLvNDnz8CdYGiKmI2UUOi4gFnntuR-d2t6qfNgPzV-y4qvUU~g0rITaTt~DMzT-Dbmqt28YTTLbrKTLIKBZ4FgA0OYUVKn8HsuVUCncIH8oQJakj-KWNEu~xne17Z8PRSCQ8JRTfeChUihQqBXuTG21s0ao3AE594leA9p91xBQXDE9NWYyvg70Xb7Vv3K~eaZ6wQH-iUivvFAohrZWl31ljefG~eX1uI5lPB0hkoD0jSUYqVLnuoFMAWlM-yFrYyVI39U014z9VmF3GmbWgyqRCWPZJhHhPANUn4av8epVI6bRxZDf4aOGLtdjfi25Cou9wu3ksN3g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Bend City Park and Recreation Commission on March 27 approved a revised Aqua Park policy (Policy Draft 2) that refines online ticketing rules, refund handling and group-discount procedures for the 2025 season.

Commissioners approved the update after a staff presentation outlining wording edits and operational clarifications. Ryan (Park staff) summarized the changes, saying, \"In the agenda packet that you all have is policy draft 2.\" He detailed edits including removal of a hardcoded year in a waiver clause, changing a fixed refund amount to a percentage, and removing dollar amounts from volume-discount language so the policy remains flexible as pricing changes.

The policy directs that refunds for online purchases will be returned to the card used for payment regardless of whether the purchase used a household account or a guest purchase. The draft also states that online purchases via WebTrac must be completed within a single session to qualify for a volume discount; staff gave the example that buying five tickets for the 11 a.m.–1 p.m. session and five for 1–3 p.m. would not qualify as a single-session purchase. Due to current software limits, groups of 20 or more are instructed to contact the Parks and Recreation office to complete reservations. For in-person group purchases at the Regner Park Beach House, staff said chaperones will receive free general swim admission while paying the Aqua Park rate when applicable.

Commissioner Justice moved to approve the policy and the motion was seconded; the commission approved the policy by voice vote.

Why it matters: the policy changes are intended to reduce operational confusion at the beach house and online and to avoid hard-coded dollar amounts that would require further amendments when prices change. Staff said punch-pass usage and age categories were not substantively changed.

The commission directed staff to implement the revised policy for the upcoming season and to proceed with online and point-of-sale updates to reflect the single-session rule and the revised refund handling.","The Park and Recreation Commission approved Policy Draft 2 for the Westbury Bank Aqua Park, adopting wording changes on refunds, online ticketing, and group discounts and directing staff to use the revised policy for the 2025 season.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6100619,"Commission accepts more than a dozen donations totaling tens of thousands for parks programs and projects",115,2933000,3048000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8&start=2933&end=3048","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2813047-9ad4bb3f01d52254c2eec4f96a5f0cd8/thumbnail_2933000.jpg","/articles/6100619/West-Bend-City/Washington-County/Wisconsin/Commission-accepts-more-than-a-dozen-donations-totaling-tens-of-thousands-for-parks-programs-and-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6100619-9439917549b02a8c37130dc6faf3ace4/orig.mp4?Expires=1771132352&Signature=CfTKcFG5YZ8hQYI3QwsmuQ8e6kGJqFa5-6ppNm~vFR7fvFighdpdIbV9ygI3Mt32Fq95zq0KWlt5~nB8e-2hjeStn6ivOL-XpXkmCZWQwS9TMvYvryf4prymizGcOcZrkE2MMegrIWPrDrsDgasFywxvtwaYMVCHjksGsg9qnHKPc9kPP4jouUYvlzW0bLvxLqWfNfQ9ed~WBwaxURFPGNUb5oRwJNiFc9UqVEwF-AapPUKJ-tVRJGKcGwEwxnkX5xwu9gnMKg-C~~18Y~RRZHCVCn3WCJoEwzgz-1BJfKwj1iUu9tvR1HTVB0EyzYGPhWGszh~aTBWJXZ-6a9JV4g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","On March 27 the Park and Recreation Commission accepted a list of donations from businesses, foundations and residents that staff said will support programming and capital projects.

Highlights announced by staff included:
- West Bend Sunrise Rotary Foundation: $4,800 to fund Aqua Park tickets distributed through the West Bend Public Library.
- Westbury Bank: $25,000 as the first installment of a 2025 Aqua Park naming-rights commitment.
- Killian Management Services, LLC: $1,250 for a Ninja sponsorship.
- Ridgeline Construction, LLC: $1,250 for a Ninja sponsorship (first-year sponsor).
- Delta Defense: listed as a sponsor (transcript cited an amount described as \"$12.50\" in the meeting remarks; staff later listed several $1,250 sponsors — amount in record should be verified with staff).
- West Bend Insurance Company Charitable Fund (via West Bend Community Foundation): $2,500 for a Ninja sponsorship.
- Bank 59: $5,000 presenting sponsorship for the Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids (second-year presenting sponsor).
- Vortex Pickleball LLC: $200 for pickleball court maintenance.
- Knights of Columbus: $50 from a free-throw contest for Special Olympics proceeds.
- Fox Brothers Piggly Wiggly: $3,252.01 from a round-up campaign for Special Olympics.
- Whitetails Unlimited: $1,000 for archery range improvements.
- Riverside Disc Golf Club: $200 for disc golf course upkeep.
- Anonymous donor: $40,000 toward Ridge Run cabin renovations; staff said this is the third donation toward that project and brings the Ridge Run cabin total to $105,000.

A motion to accept the donations was made and seconded; the commission approved acceptance by voice vote.

Why it matters: the donations support capital projects, program scholarships and event sponsorships, reducing reliance on tax-funded park operating budgets for these items. Staff noted these contributions—financial and in-kind—are essential for seasonal operations and capital work.","The commission accepted multiple donations including a $40,000 anonymous gift for Ridge Run cabin renovations, sponsorship funds for the Dirty Ninja Mud Run, and gifts for Aqua Park tickets and park improvements.","actionData","errors"]

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