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Recreation committee proposals: shade at The Pines, Shanahan Field clearing and Center Street bike lanes discussed
Summary
Members brought forward 2027 proposals from the recreation committee including additional shade structures at The Pines (using existing funds), clearing brush at Shanahan Field for expanded uses, and exploring bike lanes or sidewalks on Center Street tied to master-plan goals.
During items not reasonably anticipated, committee members described several recreation-focused proposals for the 2027 project slate. The recreation committee is considering additional shade structures at The Pines and members said the existing project budget could be scope-modified to add benches or shade elements before funds are closed out.
A member also proposed selectively clearing brush along Shanahan Field to open river-adjacent areas for staged events or passive uses, though wetlands and environmental constraints were flagged as potential hurdles. Another proposal raised was to explore bike lanes or a sidewalk on Center Street; members recommended staff check whether the idea fits the complete-streets program and the town master plan before moving forward.
