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Rec staff report repairs, summer program activities and pursuit of $30,000 outdoor equity funding
Summary
Recreation staff reported equipment and building repairs at Roy Walker, described the final week of the summer youth program and said the city will apply for a $30,000 outdoor equity fund grant and pursue certification to accept vouchers for low- and moderate-income children.
Recreation staff reported building repairs and summer-program activity at the Roy Walker Recreation Center and said the city is pursuing outside funding to expand access next year.
A recreation staff member identified only as Miss Wyatt told the board the center recently experienced an air-conditioning failure in the weight room and a minor lobby leak caused by a copper pipe. She said a contractor has been selected for the plumbing repair and that new exterior doors that had been delayed are in the process of being installed. Wyatt also described recently installed public artwork and said staff are exploring lighting to highlight the piece.
Wyatt said the summer youth program is in its final week and that attendance peaked this week at roughly 26–27 children. Activities included visits to the base for simulator/aircraft demonstrations, swimming outings and a visit from a local goat handler. Wyatt said volunteers from the base and local businesses have supported program activities.
Claire, a parks staff member, told the board the city will submit an application to the Outdoor Equity Fund requesting $30,000 to support next year’s summer youth program. Claire also said staff are working with the Children, Youth and Families agency to explore certification that could allow the city to accept vouchers so low- and moderate-income families could attend the program free of charge.
No formal board action was recorded on these items; staff presented updates and asked for board input.
