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Park board presents $14,800 quote to create new gravel parking area
Summary
A contractor quoted $14,800 to clear, level, remove two trees ($800 extra) and install gravel and limestone coating for a parking lot by the rec field; council discussed phasing and traffic-control needs and moved to approve spending subject to funding availability.
Park board volunteers presented a contractor estimate of $14,800 to convert an area across from the baseball field into a gravel parking lot, including excavation, tree removal and spreading limestone coating.
"So it was 14,800," the park representative said, describing the scope and noting an $800 line item to remove two central trees if the board elects to expand the lot later. Volunteers said the town would provide the gravel materials while the contractor would perform grading and spreading.
Councilors discussed options to phase the work, beginning with a single-file access strip to reduce initial cost, and flagged potential traffic-control needs to prevent cars from blocking each other. One councilor suggested reusing previously pulled poles or posts; others advised against using certain materials. The council made a motion to approve spending to begin the project, with the understanding the town would only obligate funds up to what is available and could phase or reduce scope if necessary.
Next steps include a staff review of the contractor quote, confirmation of funds in the park budget, and a return to council with more detailed traffic-control and phasing plans before full execution.
