Council debates bonding, phased work to fund Bertram Park construction

Mar 9, 2026

Council members and staff discussed financing options for Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park, including bonding against the voter-approved sales tax to speed construction; Phase One is estimated at $4.5 million and staff will return with comparative analysis on phasing and bonding.

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Council members on March 9 weighed tradeoffs between accelerating construction through bonding and pursuing phased development for the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park. Staff described Phase One as an estimated $4.5 million package covering grading, infrastructure and initial amenities, with later phases adding fields and parking.

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