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Parks director details recreation growth, projects and a June grand opening

Waupaca Common Council · March 17, 2026
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Waupaca Parks & Recreation reported increased participation, park improvements and new grants; the council approved related equipment agreements and set a June 7 grand opening for Lakeman Field’s concession and restroom facilities.

Laura Colbert, Waupaca’s parks and recreation director, presented the department’s annual report, saying the department saw growth in programs and completed several capital projects this year. Colbert highlighted that 1,682 youth attended city programs in 2025 and that the senior center’s membership grew from 623 in 2022 to 798 last year, a roughly 26% increase. She credited staff and community partners for the rise in participation.

Colbert reviewed major 2025 improvements, including an expansion of the rec center, conversion of…

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