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Council defers some park upgrades while endorsing storage security and porta-potties
Summary
Park staff requested a locked storage unit for mowers, porta-potties and bench repairs; council agreed to seek donations and federal surplus options and deferred larger park projects pending budget balancing.
Hope Hill park staff told council May 21 that repeated thefts at storage areas justify a secured 40-foot storage unit to house mowers and equipment. The staff member said the unit could be sited beside existing park buildings and would protect tools and reduce break-ins; one councilmember suggested the business-women's group might donate toward repainting the skate park and other small improvements.
The council agreed to 'scratch' some nonessential park items from the immediate budget and look for donated or surplus equipment before committing city funds. Porta-potties for park use were identified as lower-cost, higher-priority items that could be added if funding allows; staff were asked to pursue donations and check surplus availability.
