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Commission approves hard‑surface paving at community gym, asks staff to obtain bids
Summary
The commission approved replacing a troublesome turf patch in front of the John R. Armbruster Community Gym with hard surfacing, directing staff to seek bids (pavers vs. stamped concrete) and return to the council for financial approval.
The Plan Commission voted to replace a persistent, difficult‑to‑maintain grass patch in front of the John R. Armbruster Community Gym on Washington Avenue with hard surface paving.
Staff explained the patch and noted matching existing pavers on the opposite side of the gym proved difficult; commissioners discussed options (quality pavers atop a solid base vs. stamped concrete), ADA‑accessibility and long‑term maintenance. Several commissioners favored high‑quality pavers set on a proper sand/mud slab to avoid unevenness; others highlighted cost constraints and suggested getting bids for both approaches.
The commission approved hard‑surface paving in concept and directed staff to obtain bids and present them to the common council for final financial authorization. The motion included retention of existing foundation landscaping.
