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Commission approves site for activities court; commissioners outline roughly $125,000 funding plan
Summary
After hearing a site layout and funding update, the Steele County commission approved locating a new activities (pickleball) court on the east side per a proposed drawing and agreed a mix of grants and local funds (roughly $125,000 total) will be used; the vote passed by roll call.
Steele County commissioners voted to approve a proposed east‑side site layout for a new activities court and directed staff to proceed with a gravel surface and maintenance arrangements with the Golden Lake Improvement Association.
Commissioners heard from association representatives and discussed parking, bathroom access and maintenance responsibilities. A participant summarized the financing: "So we're at 110 from outside sources, and we probably have 10 to 15 of our own right now," which the board used to justify moving ahead. Commissioners moved to approve the site with conditions that the association maintain grounds and that parking be clearly marked.
The motion was decided by roll call and carried. Commissioners and staff noted the project is time sensitive because some grant deadlines require evidence of project progress. Staff said they will document the maintenance agreement and return a draft contract for the county’s review.
Next steps: finalize a maintenance/contract template with the Golden Lake Improvement Association, confirm grant timelines, and begin site preparation when weather and funding permit.
