Staff outlines facility projects, grants and staffing changes
Aug 5, 2026
City staff told the committee about a supervisory vacancy, delayed restroom replacement at Pickle Park, library reopening timeline, preschool renovation and two recent grants including $147,000 (CDBG) and an $800,000 MTC planning grant tied to a new park site at 620 Canal Street.
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City staff updated the Pickleweed Advisory Committee on multiple facilities and staffing matters at the Aug. 5 meeting. Craig Barman, assistant library and recreation director (filling in), said Christy Bucker stepped down from her supervisor role at the end of June and staff are filling the vacancy temporarily while seeking a longer‑term supervisor; Stephen Rogers (program coordinator) and other staff continue operations.
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