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Aug 10, 2026

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Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Summary

Published Aug 10, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 6, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting summary

The drone show was rescheduled to August 1, 2026, with Civic Center Park identified as the best viewing location. Snooks Bottom is open again after the Snyder Fire, and the outdoor pool will close when smoke levels exceed 125 for safety.

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Briefing

Jun 1, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Summary

The commission approved the corrected May minutes unanimously and reviewed updates on parks, recreation facilities, and community events. The Mike the Headless Chicken Festival drew approximately 15,000 visitors, including 590 5K runners, 180 cars, and 45 vendors.

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Briefing

May 4, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Summary

The commission unanimously approved the April minutes and received updates on the community garden opening May 15, park irrigation repairs, and an upcoming Mike the Headless Chicken Festival volunteer effort.

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Briefing

Apr 6, 2026

Commission Sets Officers and Park Priorities

The commission elected Nathan Darnell as chair, Hunter McKie as vice chair, and Stephen as secretary. Members also reported that the community garden is nearing completion, with a target opening date of May 15, and began planning tree watering and stewardship work at Snooks Bottom.

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Briefing

Mar 2, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting summary

The commission postponed the Snooks Spring Clean-Up and tabled filling its vacant vice-chair position until April. It scheduled the next trail clean-up for March 25 at 10:00 a.m. and discussed priorities for transitioning to a new Parks and Recreation director.

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Briefing

Jan 5, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Summary

A community garden bid came in at $69,000, with saved funds from previous projects expected to help cover the cost. The recreation center’s construction target is April 1, 2026, with a possible opening ceremony near Mother’s Day.

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