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Bettendorf council approves purchase order for new Kalanos Park equipment over maintenance concerns
Summary
The Bettendorf City Council voted 5-2 to authorize a purchase order to a lighting/play equipment vendor for new apparatus at Kalanos Park after debate about park maintenance and community input.
The Bettendorf City Council on June 17 approved a resolution authorizing the director of parks and recreation to issue a purchase order to “Mescal lighting, Sports Lending” for installation of a mini play/hitch support at Kalanos Park, passing the measure 5-2.
The vote followed a lengthy debate among council members about whether the city should spend discretionary parks funds on new activities or prioritize maintenance. Council member Brown moved approval of the resolution;…
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