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Parks director reports rising vandalism and homeless activity; outdoor pool needs further inspection after leak detection
Summary
Parks Director Carol Cosby told the board July 22 that vandalism and homeless encampments have increased across district parks and that leak detection at the outdoor pool found damaged piping; the board directed staff to obtain a second technical opinion before commissioning a written quote or beginning repairs.
Carol Cosby, director of Parks and Recreation, presented a mid‑year update July 22 on programs, maintenance and capital projects. She described steady program growth, new staff hires, and a busy events calendar, but also flagged more frequent graffiti, vandalism in restroom facilities and increased homelessness in parks and along trails.
Cosby listed maintenance priorities for the remainder of 2025 — turf replacement at Civic Center Park, trail bids (Purcell Boulevard and Civic Center Phase 1), playground replacement at Pixie Park, and a planned dog park to go to bid. She said the department has increased volunteer engagement…
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