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Parks director asks council for staffing, new bookmobile outreach and event investments
Summary
Parks and Recreation presented multiple FY26 requests including new outreach and maintenance staff, a bookmobile outreach librarian, a minibus and enhancements to special events; staff said they will prioritize items in the CIP and explore sponsorship revenues.
Lancaster County Parks and Recreation officials asked the County Council Committee of the Whole for staff and equipment increases aimed at expanding outreach, maintaining existing facilities and supporting larger special events.
Parks Director (presented as "Mr. Clouden") told council the department needs additional operations and maintenance staffing — including an assistant maintenance supervisor and four park attendants — plus new park rangers to secure properties during events and evenings. He also requested an outreach librarian position to staff a…
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