County staff to prepare bids to resurface, possibly expand recreation complex parking
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Summary
Staff reported the recreation complex parking lot is deteriorated and often full on weekends and asked for authority to prepare bid documents. Commissioners authorized staff to draft specifications and proceed to bid so the project can be priced and returned for approval.
County staff told commissioners the recreation complex parking area is in poor condition with grass growth through the surface and consistent weekend overcapacity, and presented two cost options: a full asphalt resurfacing and a less‑expensive surface treatment.
Staff recommended the stronger asphalt option given high summer temperatures and heavy vehicle use. “I would suggest that we go to the strong one, especially then, you're gonna have a lot of action out there,” a staff member said during the briefing.
After discussion about expanding parking by relocating fencing and considering impacts from light poles and existing infrastructure, a motion was made to authorize staff to draft the project specifications and proceed to bid. Commissioner Barnes moved to give staff permission to prepare the project; Commissioner Edwards seconded the motion. The transcript records the motion and second; a roll‑call vote and final tally are not recorded in the provided excerpt.
Staff said they will return with bids and pricing after preparing the specifications and that combining this work with other projects for bid could improve unit pricing.
Ending: Staff will draft bid documents for resurfacing (asphalt recommended), evaluate options for parking expansion related to fencing, and return to the board with estimates after competitive bids.