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Council defers Heartland Cricket League park‑use agreement to clarify 'exclusive use' language
Summary
The council voted to defer a five‑year park‑use agreement for the Heartland Cricket League to the June 2 meeting after members raised concerns that the contract's exclusive-use language differed from other youth and adult sports agreements and could limit public access.
The West Des Moines City Council on May 19 deferred a proposed five‑year park‑use agreement with the Heartland Cricket League to the June 2 meeting so staff can revise inconsistent language about exclusive use and ensure parity with other sport groups.
Council members and Parks and Recreation staff said the current draft would give the league exclusive use of a field every Saturday from mid‑May through Oct. 1 and priority for weekday practices, which some council members said was broader than agreements the city has…
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