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Pocatello parks advisory board pushes playground replacements, volunteer ‘adopt a park’ efforts
Summary
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee told council it wants an ongoing playground replacement program, is pursuing donor sponsorships and volunteer adoption of parks to address deferred maintenance, and highlighted staff shortages for seasonal hires.
The Pocatello Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee asked the City Council to support a steady playground replacement program, expanded volunteer engagement and clearer options for sponsorships to help address long‑standing maintenance needs.
Tanya Wilkes, committee chair, said the board meets six times a year and has helped advance projects including the ICCU Splash Pad and Optimus Skate Park. She and Parks Director Anne Nichols told council that many neighborhood…
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