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Recreation staff propose laser leveling, new pavilion and restroom repairs; council to consider budget and grant options
Summary
Parks staff presented quotes for field laser leveling, sprinkler installations, a 24x24 pavilion estimated at $56,000, and restroom epoxy flooring; council asked staff to research grant (TRT) and budget timing before committing.
Beaver City parks staff presented a package of proposed improvements for the city’s sports complex, including laser leveling for fields, additional sprinklers, a new pavilion near the concessions, and restroom floor repairs.
Parks staff said they received a quote of $2,500 per field to laser-level two fields and recommended scheduling the work in September or October. On sprinkler work, staff said they plan to add irrigation to two north fields this fall and do laser-leveling in a later season once sprinklers are in place.
The largest single item presented was a proposed 24-by-24 pavilion west of the concessions; staff said the vendor’s price for the structure and materials was $56,000. The proposal included a suggestion to explore a lower‑cost metal building option. Staff also proposed epoxy flooring for restrooms in the fourplex at an estimated quote (restrooms) discussed as “$37.50” in the presentation transcript; staff clarified the total project and indicated some figures would be phased if the council preferred.
Staff recommended pursuing a Tourism, Recreation, and Trails (TRT) grant to help fund part of the pavilion because similar projects connected to tournament tourism have been eligible in past cycles. A parks presenter noted that tournaments fill local hotels and argued that at least a third of a pavilion-type project could be justified as brick‑and‑mortar eligible for TRT funds.
Safety and long-term maintenance topics were discussed: staff proposed adding a concrete barrier at the volleyball area to prevent equipment and nets from spilling onto turf, citing recurring maintenance costs for portable barriers. Council members and staff also discussed installing netting behind some fields; risk management advised evaluating pole strength and liability if a net failed.
Next steps: council did not vote on any of the recreation quotes at the meeting. Members asked staff to research budget placement, pursue additional bids where required by procurement rules, and look into TRT grant timelines for the next application round. Staff said they would return with refined cost estimates and procurement recommendations.
