TO: HONORABLE CHAIR AND COMMISSIONERS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: Lea Kolek, Parks and Community Service Manager
PREPARED BY: Roseann Otis, Administrative Assistant - Parks & Recreation
SUBJECT:
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Parks, Projects, and Maintenance Report
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RECOMMENDATION
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Receive and file.
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PRIOR ACTION/VOTE
None.
CITY COUNCIL GOAL
Coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.
BACKGROUND
Special Projects, Construction, and Capital Improvement Plan Update
Military Banner Program
* The application deadline has closed for 2026 banners.
* 44 applications were received, 24 active-duty, 20 veterans.
* New banners will be installed in May, prior to Memorial Day.
* Active-duty banners will be installed downtown.
* Veteran banners will be installed in Town Square Park.
* 31 banners will be retired in May.
* A banner retirement ceremony will take place in July at Town Square Park Amphitheater.
Library Expansion
* Rain has caused significant delays, currently 30 days behind.
* Current projected completion date: November 2026.
* Construction Status:
o Foundation footings poured.
o Foundation pour scheduled for first half of March.
* Weekly progress meetings take place at the library each Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
* Contract Change Orders:
o Replacement of existing, outdated fire alarm system APPROVED.
o Under Consideration
* Painting of existing exterior.
* Correction of front sidewalk.
* Replacement of fabric coated acoustic wall panels (lower ones in reach only) in existing children's space with easier to maintain gypsum board.
Alderwood Pickleball Courts
* Construction is in progress with an expected completion and ribbon cutting in spring 2026.
* Striping to take place across all courts from March 16-27. Courts will be closed for two weeks.
Cal Oaks Tennis Court Lighting
* Project is complete.
* Parks Maintenance Supervisor Josh Havens is to redesign the reservation ...
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