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Council narrows LC Stevens Park priorities to restrooms, modest water-play and amphitheater upgrades
Summary
Council discussed a revised master plan for LC Stevens Park and signaled interest in prioritizing permanent restrooms (or a lower-cost interim facility), a modest water-play feature, and improvements to the amphitheater, with a suggested phase-one ceiling around $1.5 million and pursuit of grants and partnerships.
City staff and consultants presented revised concept plans and results from public surveys and a pop-up engagement for LC Stevens Park. The outreach revealed consistent priorities: permanent restroom facilities, water-play (splash pad) or water-play features, improved picnic and river access, and a pavilion/park identity that can host community events.
Council members debated scope and staging: several members urged building a modest set of high-priority items (bathrooms plus a scaled water-play feature) now and reserving the larger $3'$5 million buildouts and playgrounds for later or contingent on a referendum and outside funding. Staff said park-dedication funds could support an initial phase and that bringing sewer/water to the site (if chosen) would raise costs substantially; the city will pursue grant opportunities and seek private sponsorships for larger amenities.
Council asked staff to return with phasing-level cost estimates, refined plumbing/sewer options (including a lower-cost "forestry" restroom alternative), and possible grant or partner matches before committing to bonds or referendum language.
