Council narrows Parks & Recreation relocation subcommittee scope to include facility needs assessment

Charlestown Town Council Regular Council Meeting 5/12/2025 · May 12, 2025

Summary

The council clarified that the Parks & Recreation subcommittee should assess both office design for relocation to Ninigret Park and the department’s broader facility needs for upcoming years; motion passed unanimously.

The Charlestown Town Council on May 12 clarified the charge for a Parks & Recreation subcommittee: it should assess the design for relocating the Parks & Recreation Department to Ninigret Park and also evaluate the department’s facility needs for upcoming years.

The clarification responded to a Parks and Recreation Commission request for guidance following the council’s April 14 directive. Councilor Stokes moved that the subcommittee’s purpose include both short-term design work and a longer-term facilities assessment; the motion was seconded and passed unanimously, 5–0.

The town administrator noted the department’s needs will be considered as part of the broader five‑year capital improvement plan. Councilors asked for a future update from DPW and the parks director to outline specific requirements, timeline and cost estimates for any relocation or construction work.

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