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Residents urge reinstatement of Park Board, cite vandalism; city eyes splashpad with ODNR match
Summary
Betty Jo Carter urged reinstating the Park Board and installing cameras after repeated vandalism to the bandstand; staff said a splashpad costing about $165,000 is under consideration with $100,000 from ODNR and a $65,000 city match.
During the privilege of the floor resident Betty Jo Carter urged the Commission to reinstate the Park Board or create a park committee to tackle repeated vandalism. "There has been SO much vandalism, especially to the bandstand," Carter said, noting concern about the city's historical status and that the park lost 23 trees over the past nine years; six trees were planted last year through donations.
Staff discussed a proposed splashpad the City is considering. The splashpad is estimated to cost approximately $165,000, with an expected $100,000 from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and a $65,000 city match; officials said they are seeking donations to help cover the match. The commission said it would look into the Park Board request and consider measures such as cameras and volunteer efforts to address vandalism.
