Lakeville Parks Commission approves purchase of wooden picnic tables with tarps and six composite Adirondack chairs

The Town of Lakeville Parks Commission on June 26 approved buying six wooden picnic tables and two large tarps for winter protection, and separately approved purchasing six composite Adirondack chairs for Clear Pond beach with a budget cap of $600.

Commission discussion contrasted wooden picnic-table options (roughly $150 each) and metal‑legged tables (about $500 each). One commissioner argued metal legs last longer; staff and others noted that proper covering and painting had prolonged the life of existing wood tables. The commission voted to purchase wooden tables with the additional proviso that tarps be acquired to cover the tables during winter months. Commissioners planned to paint resurfaced tables with an already‑purchased five‑gallon bucket of paint when staffing allowed.

On Adirondack chairs, commissioners decided to buy six composite chairs (nonwood, non-plastic description used in the record) and set a ceiling of up to $100 per chair (total up to $600). Commissioners discussed theft risk and noted potential protections such as cameras but took no new action on security.

The votes were recorded by voice as unanimous. Staff will proceed with procurement within the approved amounts and return to the commission if higher-cost options or additional spending requests are needed.

Ending: Commission members asked staff to track installation/placement and painting schedules and to report back at the next meeting if invoicing or supply constraints emerge.