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Forest Lake begins planning for 2026 Bayview Park reconstruction; staff seeks community input options
Summary
Parks staff outlined a $4.45 million reconstruction plan for Bayview Park (about 8.85 acres) slated for 2026, asked commissioners whether to pursue open houses, surveys or QR‑code outreach, and discussed potential amenities including playground surfacing, courts, picnic shelters and parking modifications.
City parks staff told the commission on Oct. 15 that Bayview Park is slated for reconstruction in 2026 and that $4,450,000 is currently budgeted in the preliminary levy submitted to Washington County.
Parks staff member Dave presented an overview of Bayview Park’s approximately 8.85 acres and described existing facilities: a wood‑mulch playground installed in 2001 for ages 5–12, a swing set, a half basketball court, two benches, a single picnic table, a five‑stall parking lot and a portable restroom enclosure. Dave said staff recommends replacing wood mulch with longer‑lasting…
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