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Commission approves project to relocate holiday tree site and rework Capitol plaza, not-to-exceed $30,000
Summary
City Manager Leon presented a plan to create an accessible holiday plaza east of the Capitol, plant a new pine (donor estimate $2,300), relocate the flag and veterans plaque, and perform concrete, lighting and electrical work; the commission approved up to $30,000 from Bridal B fund.
The Yankton City Commission approved a project to redesign the east plaza at the Capitol Building, plant a new large pine to serve the holiday festival of lights, and improve access and lighting.
City Manager Leon described the plan to replace deteriorating concrete on the east side of the Capitol, add an accessible trail connection from Riverside Park, spade in a large pine tree (estimated donor cost $2,300), relocate the flagpole and veterans plaque to the west side of the Capitol, and add lighting and seating. Leon provided an estimated cost breakdown: roughly $13,000 for concrete work plus electrical work, flag relocation, bench and the pine tree, totaling about $27,000; the commission approved a not-to-exceed $30,000 expenditure from the Bridal B fund for work to occur in 2025.
Leon confirmed the existing tree in the prior location would remain in place and that the new tree would be a separate planting. Commissioners indicated support for improved accessibility and lighting; staff said contractors were booked for the current season and the work would start in 2025. A motion to approve the project passed on roll call.
Next steps: staff will pursue donor support if available and schedule the work for 2025; if donors contribute, the city said it would re-evaluate the overall Bridal B expenditure.
