River Falls Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 10/21/2026

The City of River Falls Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on October 21, 2026. It approved the September 16 meeting minutes and reviewed proposed recreation fee-schedule changes for field and court rentals. Proposed nonresident hourly rates would increase from $15 to $20 for courts and from $30 to $35 for softball fields and volleyball courts; a new $15 cancellation fee for fields and courts was also proposed. Members asked for future cost breakdowns to support fee increases and requested clearer language defining the cancellation charge. The transcript does not clearly capture a vote on the fee changes, so approval cannot be confirmed. No contract awards or purchasing decisions were identified.

Staff also reported submitting an application for a 2027 Wisconsin DNR urban forestry grant to fund tree planting, replacement of trees lost to emerald ash borer, shrubs for a wildlife hedge, and arboretum-style signage. The board received seasonal campground and shelter reservation updates; no related spending action was reported.