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Council approves up to 200 tons of mason sand for parks; permits school lamppost fundraiser for homecoming
Summary
The Village of Saint Charles council approved a parks bid to buy up to 200 tons of mason sand to refill swing areas and other playground surfaces, and approved a lamp‑post decorating fundraiser by the local school timed to homecoming.
The Village of Saint Charles council voted to approve purchasing up to 200 tons of mason sand — at a quoted cost of about $2,600 for the larger quantity — to refill playground areas at parks including Coal Miners Park, and to reserve unused material for future park work.
DPW staff reported they initially sought 100 tons but, after assessing existing conditions and loose material, recommended up to 200 tons to ensure adequate coverage; council members discussed whether to wait until spring when settling is complete but approved the larger amount so work can proceed as needed. A roll‑call vote recorded all present members voting yes with two members absent.
Council members also approved a lamppost decorating fundraiser by the school for homecoming (scheduled for Oct. 10). Organizers will claim lamp posts for $20 apiece and leave decorations through homecoming; the Downtown Development Authority had coordinated banners and volunteers for set‑up. The council approved the fundraiser by voice vote.
