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Parks division outlines restroom replacement, park clearing and new certification rules
Summary
Parks Division staff reported a Wicomico Shores restroom replacement, tree clearing at Nicollet Park, a new practice field at Fenwick and new certification requirements for fertilizer and pesticide application.
David Guider, representing the Parks Division, told the Recreation and Parks board on Nov. 7 that the division is replacing the restroom at Wicomico Shores, removing underbrush at Nicollet Park to improve visibility and safety, and renovating a field at the Fenwick property to serve as a practice area for sports teams.
Guider said the Wicomico Shores restroom building dates to around 1970, does not meet Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines and will be replaced by a larger, accessible building constructed about 40 to 50 feet from the existing location. "We hope to have this building completed by around December 1st," Guider said, adding the contractor is William M. Davis; after the new structure is open staff will demolish the old restroom and open the pavilion to all sides.
At Nicollet Park, Guider said staff removed dead trees and underbrush to open sight lines between the skate park and spray ground so attendants can observe both areas. He said the clearing should reduce "undesirable activity" in the wooded portions of the park.
At the Fenwick property south of the Navy base, Guider said the county secured and renovated a field for team practices; it will be available most days except Wednesdays and Saturdays because of the farmers market schedule.
Guider also briefed the board on new state regulations that took effect Oct. 1 requiring certification for fertilizer applicators; he said several staff will take a course in Annapolis and complete a 50-question test to comply. He said pesticide application already requires certification and the department is working to have staff licensed rather than rely on contractors for herbicide applications.
Guider closed by introducing an Eagle Scout project (Chaptico Park trails), which the board heard next, and by thanking staff for the ongoing maintenance efforts at county parks.
