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Council weighs Woodland Park master plan and near-term pond work
Summary
Councilors debated whether to begin immediate work on Woodland Park's fishing pond—where matching funds may be available—or wait for a full Woodland Park master plan; staff suggested parallel steps (hydrology/limited improvements plus master planning).
Council members discussed Woodland Park specifically as a priority that may merit immediate action on pond improvements while a master plan is prepared. One councilor expressed concern that waiting for a full master plan could delay access to available matching funds and hydrology work, saying "I'd almost hate to kind of miss the opportunity waiting for the master plan first when we know it's something we want to do."
Parks staff agreed the council could pursue some parallel steps—such as hydrology or limited pond work—while reserving larger design decisions for the master plan to ensure any changes respect the park's heritage and appropriate uses. Staff emphasized a desire to balance community ideas with suitability and compliance and noted Fish, Wildlife & Parks as a potential partner for matching funds.
