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Whiting Park damaged by trailer parking; staff weighing boulders, fencing and valet
Summary
Manager Jim Spires reported extensive damage to Whiting Park’s drain field and parking areas after boats and trailers ignored directional signs. Staff proposed large boulders, fencing or valet parking and cited maintenance hours as justification for extra personnel.
Manager Jim Spires reported extensive damage at Whiting Park after visitors launched boats and parked vehicles and trailers over marked areas, noting harm to the drain field and overflow zones. "At Whiting Park there was quite extensive damage done in connection with the launching of boats and parking vehicles and trailers," he said, and staff said the damage is still being assessed.
Staff discussed several short-term and long-term responses, including bringing in large boulders, installing fencing and testing valet parking to protect sensitive areas and keep vehicles out of drainage zones. The report tied the damage and cleanup workload to staffing needs: tracked maintenance hours include "Wheelway 75 hours, BC to CHX Phase 3 109 hours," which staff said they are using to justify hiring additional personnel. The board did not take a final action on repairs at the meeting and asked staff to return with cost estimates.
