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Recreation Board

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Aug 21, 2026

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Park projects and summer programs reviewed

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Oct 2, 2025

Parks projects and recreation programs discussed

Parks and Recreation reported that its tree inventory is underway, with 2,400 trees recorded in the first week toward a planned inventory of 15,000 trees. The department also said the Parks and Recreation master plan will soon enter a 30-day public review period.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Sep 4, 2025

Board Opposes Valania Park Renaming

The Recreation Board unanimously approved a position opposing the proposed renaming of Valania Park, citing limited community input and the board’s lack of involvement. Members said historical signage work should be completed and residents consulted before any renaming proceeds.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jun 5, 2025

Park projects and summer programs reviewed

The board reviewed park improvements and summer services, including a temporary boat-launch repair at Canal Park, completed golf-course bunker work, a new skate-park bowl under construction, and plans to install the Dixon Street Bridge before school starts. Two pools were open, playgrounds were ready for programming, and summer events and registrations were underway.

2 min readMunicipal coverage