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Parks proclamation, dog park closure and trail washouts discussed
Summary
Mayor Uhler read a Parks and Recreation Month proclamation themed “Power Of.” Parks Director Deal reported heavy-rain washouts on the Lion's Lake trail and closed the dog park after maintenance unearthed metal and glass; staff ordered repair materials and will consider retaining walls or a hard-surface trail for accessibility.
Mayor Uhler invited Parks Director Deal and staff to read the Parks and Recreation Month proclamation, which the transcript records as themed "Power Of" to celebrate connection, play, community, nature, belonging and well-being.
Parks Director Deal updated council on operational issues: pool activities are ongoing, staff are implementing a new recreation management software, and the Park Board approved the FY27 budget to be ratified by council. Deal said "the dog park had to be shut down today" after maintenance work turned up metal and old glass following heavy rains; staff are evaluating ground-cover options and ordered material to repair washouts on the new trail through the woods area at Lion's Lake. Deal said retaining walls or switching to a hard-surface trail may be considered to prevent repeated washouts and improve accessibility.
