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Council narrowly approves staff RFP to explore leasing part of Penny Park
Summary
After extended debate about legal constraints and staff capacity, Lock Haven City Council voted 4–3 on Feb. 7 to direct staff to prepare an RFP to evaluate leasing part of Penny Park for outdoor recreational use (camping/RV sites) while preserving ball fields.
Lock Haven — The Lock Haven City Council voted 4–3 on Feb. 7 to direct staff to prepare a request for proposals (RFP) to explore leasing part of Penny Park for recreational development, including potential camping and RV sites, while leaving ball fields under city control.
Council member Doug moved the measure and advocates argued the RFP could identify private partners willing to invest in camp/RV infrastructure and reduce ongoing maintenance costs. "What if there's interest and we have 2 or 3 legitimate private…
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