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Bradley County Parks and Recreation asks for full-time park staff, $56,000 pavilion in budget pitch
Summary
Parks and Recreation staff asked the commission for an additional full-time employee to staff each park year‑round and budgeted $56,000 for a combined restroom/storage/pavilion at the pickleball/tennis complex; commissioners also discussed BMX fence funding and facility maintenance priorities.
Parks and Recreation staff briefed the Bradley County Commission on budget requests that center on staffing and small capital projects, with the top priority an extra full‑time employee to keep parks maintained year‑round.
The request was presented by Andy, Parks and Recreation staff, who told the commission he wants “a full time employee at Elrod Park as opposed to just having a part time guy for about half a year.” He said the county’s park portfolio now includes lit ball fields, a disc golf course and other facilities that need more regular upkeep.
Commissioners pressed for details and context. Commissioner Mason noted the department’s priority ordering and said the full‑time position was the most important item; Mayor Davis and others emphasized that officials and part‑time staffing for programs were also pressing budget items. “If you get the full time employee, does extra money for part time still remain a number two?”…
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