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Saint Charles council approves park sand bid, Homecoming lamppost fundraiser and discusses brush cleanup
Summary
Council approved a bid of up to 200 tons of masonry sand for playground areas, authorized a Homecoming lamppost‑decoration fundraiser and discussed bids and volunteer plans for a large park brush cleanup estimated near $30,000.
Council discussed several parks and community‑events items and approved related motions.
Parks staff reported complaints about sand loss under swings at Coal Miners Park and recommended backfilling. Initial quotes were for 100 tons at approximately $1,300; staff recommended up to 200 tons at $2,600 to ensure adequate coverage and the ability to use excess at other park features. A motion to approve the bid for up to 200 tons carried on a recorded vote.
The council also approved a Homecoming lamppost fundraiser for October 10, allowing students and families to claim lampposts for $20 to decorate boulevards; staff said proceeds will support community schools and Downtown Development Authority banner purchases.
On park maintenance, staff said they solicited bids to remove a large wooded debris pile and estimated full cleanup could approach $30,000; options discussed included chipping, a controlled burn with fire‑department permit in winter, and volunteer efforts to reduce costs. Staff will return with bids and a recommended course of action.
Next steps: implement sand backfill, support DDA event coordination for Homecoming, and return with brush‑removal bids.
