Mercer Island Parks Commission welcomes new member Mar Bretman during hybrid meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission of Mercer Island convened for a regular hybrid meeting on June 5, 2025, at 5:01 PM. The meeting was presided over by Commissioner Peter Strzok, who noted that his term as chair had recently ended. He will continue to lead the meeting until a new chair is appointed later in the session.

The meeting took place at the Mercer Island Community and Events Center and was accessible to the public both in-person and via Zoom, with the session being recorded for later viewing on the city's YouTube channel. A highlight of the evening was the introduction of new commissioner Mar Bretman, who expressed her enthusiasm for joining the commission, citing her active use of local parks with her two young children as a motivating factor for her involvement.

Following the roll call, which confirmed the presence of several commissioners, the agenda moved to the staff liaison report and planning schedule update. Recreation Manager Ryan Daley provided updates and welcomed the new commissioners, including a note about Commissioner Markson's anticipated late arrival.

The meeting continued with discussions on various topics, including community engagement and upcoming events, although specific details of these discussions were not provided in the transcript. The commission is expected to appoint a new chair during this meeting or in the near future, marking a significant step in its leadership transition.

Overall, the meeting underscored the commission's commitment to community involvement and the ongoing development of parks and recreation initiatives on Mercer Island. Further updates and decisions are anticipated as the commission continues its work in the coming months.