Parents request free use of city recreation facilities for Inclusive Kids Network programs
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Summary
A newly formed parent-led nonprofit, Inclusive Kids Network, asked the council for access to city recreation facilities at no cost to run inclusive programs for children with special needs. Several parents spoke in favor; council committed to follow up.
At the start of the meeting’s public-comment period, parents asked the council to allow a new nonprofit, Inclusive Kids Network, to use city recreation facilities at no charge for inclusive sports and activity programs for children with special needs.
Wendy Egan said she founded the Inclusive Kids Network after unsuccessful attempts to enroll her son, who has special needs, in existing city Park & Rec programs. Egan said the nonprofit is a registered 501(c)(3) and has interest from more than 100 parents. She asked the council to make city facilities available at no cost and to place the item on a future agenda for a council vote.
Several speakers from the same family group offered public support; Community Services staff indicated they will follow up to determine facility availability and the process for nonprofit partnerships. The council asked staff to return with options and next steps; no formal action or waiver was approved during the meeting.
