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Commission flags generator, drainage and parking repairs for upcoming budget

Community Center Commission · March 5, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners discussed budgeting for a larger generator to make the community center a refuge, drainage work for Lake Chisholm including a sump and pump, two replaced meeting‑room doors deemed a life‑safety fix, and parking lot sealcoating and paving needs tied to storm‑drain constraints.

Commissioners at the March 4 meeting identified several facility projects they want considered in the city budget and grant applications, including a larger emergency generator, drainage work at Lake Chisholm, parking‑lot paving and a sealcoat plan for next year.

A City councilor and Sunset Empire Transportation Commissioner said the generator request in the draft budget was revised upward: rather than a small backup to keep lights on, the commission asked that a generator be sized to run the kitchen and heating so the Bob Chisholm Community Center could operate as a refuge during emergencies. "This…

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