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Board expresses support in principle for proposed Bartersville downtown game plaza; tentative $100,000 contribution discussed
Summary
Board members reacted positively to a preliminary public–private concept for a downtown game plaza in Bartersville (public plaza with game surfaces, toddler area and small putting green). Staff said a $100,000 contribution is tentatively earmarked for similar projects; the board asked staff to request a formal presentation and a detailed plan.
Festival Country board members reacted positively to a conceptual presentation about a proposed downtown game plaza and public plaza in Bartersville that would convert a private parking area into a family-friendly public space in partnership with a local business owner.
Staff described initial talks with a local property owner (Taxman) who indicated willingness to lease land to the town at a nominal cost and partner on a public plaza with astroturf, fixed game elements, seating and family play areas. The concept sketches shown to the board included spaces for tabletop games, a toddler play area and a small putting green. The parks department would own installed equipment; the private tenant would lease land to the town and the project would be a public–private partnership.
Board members said the concept aligns with several recommendations from prior destination studies and would create a family-friendly attraction in downtown Bartersville. Staff reported there is a tentative earmark of roughly $100,000 in funds that could be used for Trafalgar or Edinburgh-style public plaza projects; the parks department in Bartersville will prepare a formal proposal.
Board members asked staff to invite the parks department and project proponents to a future meeting with a formal plan, budget, parking and maintenance details. No commitment of funds was made; the board signaled preliminary support for the concept pending a detailed proposal and community engagement.
