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Board hears report on damaged Jensen's Point flagpole; bathroom security and vandalism concerns discussed
Summary
Park staff reported a donated flagpole cap failed after four months; supplier offered a replacement cap for $1,600. The board also discussed missing pool-house door/curtain discovered via social media and explored installing a proper door and automatic locks to reduce vandalism.
Park staff told the board on June 8 that a donated flagpole cap at Jensen's Point failed after only a few months in place. Park superintendent said the pole's previous purchase involved a $1,900 cap and $300 to drill for anchors; the supplier has offered a replacement cap for $1,600. Staff described washers that may have worn into the cap and recommended adjusting mounting details (larger base plate, omit washers) to prevent recurrence.
Separately, the board discussed community concerns about a missing curtain in a women's stall at the pool house discovered on social media. Park superintendent said the curtain/door had been in place for years but vanished; staff will check Public Works for a spare door and provide pricing. Board members discussed the cost and benefit of installing automatic locks (Liberty Field trial cited as successful) and phased upgrades to avoid repeated replacements due to vandalism.
Members agreed to include flagpole replacement and bathroom security in future budget discussions and directed staff to obtain quotes and recommendations for long-term, durable solutions.
