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Commissioners unanimously reject mini‑golf proposals after residents urge preservation of Mingo Creek County Park
Summary
After public comments urging preservation of Mingo Creek County Park, the Washington County Board of Commissioners voted to reject all proposals for a proposed mini‑golf course and removed language that would have left the matter open for later consideration.
The Washington County Board of Commissioners voted to reject all proposals for a proposed mini‑golf course at Mingo Creek County Park following public comment urging the board to preserve the park's character.
Several residents spoke during the agenda‑comment period, pressing the board to protect the park. “I have lived here for nearly 50 years. I walk there every day with my dog... I hope that you keep that integrity of that park,” a resident said, urging commissioners not to allow development that would change the park's character. Another commenter who identified himself as Roger suggested alternatives if funds are available, including a nature center, improved visitor information and hiring a part‑time environmental ecologist to steward the county’s parks. “Our parks total 5,500 acres,” Roger said, adding that parts of the system have suffered invasive‑species and weather stress and need professional maintenance.
Before the vote the board also approved an amendment to the agenda language for item G, removing a sentence that would have said the mini‑golf matter "could be considered at a later date." Purchasing staff then asked the commissioners to reject all proposals; the motion was moved, seconded and approved by roll call. The clerk recorded affirmative votes from the commissioners present.
The meeting record shows a related planning commission action: commissioners authorized advertisement for bids for site design and engineering for an ADA‑accessible dog park at Mingo Creek County Park, to be paid with Mingo Creek oil and gas funds. That item was approved separately by the board earlier in the agenda.
The board’s rejection of the mini‑golf RFP closes the procurement process for that specific proposal; commissioners did not adopt any alternative development plan during the meeting. The planning commission’s earlier authorization to advertise for an ADA dog‑park design leaves open other, board‑approved park projects funded from dedicated Mingo Creek resources.
The chair adjourned the meeting at the close of business; the next regular meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. on 2026‑08‑20.
