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Mayor announces Red Bike station, park upgrades and Sargeant Park reopening; council hears resident concerns
Summary
Mayor Ben Baker reported the city secured a Red Bike station, ongoing Gil Lynn Park improvements and an upcoming Sargeant Park reopening on July 20; staff updates included tree plantings, street sweeping and public-safety and public-works summaries. Two residents spoke during public comment about historic district signage and property assessments.
Mayor Ben Baker opened the July 8 meeting with a moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance, then delivered a report outlining several community updates.
Baker said the city will receive a Red Bike station obtained at a significant price reduction, which he said will make it easier for tourists to visit Dayton from other River Cities and for residents to access attractions in nearby Cincinnati. He also reported ongoing improvements at Gil Lynn Park — including pickleball court construction, repaving of the basketball courts and adding a rubberized base to the gaga pit after a Dayton youth raised the need — and announced that Sargeant Park will reopen July 20 at 11 a.m. with refreshments and prizes.
Assistant City Administrator Jerrod Barks updated the council on city projects including Gil Lynn Park work, a pop-up bike shop held in partnership with Tristate Trails, and street sweeping along Route 8. Department directors reported routine operational metrics: Lt. Tony Baldwin delivered the police report and invited council to the Dayton Summer Bash on July 19; Fire Chief Brent Schafer reported two new hires and that the department responded to 205 calls last month; Public Works Director Rick Lucas said crews planted over 40 trees in the past month.
During audience comments, Dave Culp requested signs to designate the Dayton Historic District and raised complaints regarding neighbors; Don Bieger expressed concerns about the Campbell County property-assessment process. In new business, Member Horton requested formation of council committees (specifically a Recreation Committee), and Member Judd sought council input on community involvement for a Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK) remodel at 814 5th Avenue. The meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m.
