10-26-26 Parks & Recreation Advisory Panel Meeting

The City of Boulder Parks & Recreation Advisory Panel met October 26, 2026. The board unanimously approved proceeding with the Third Amendment to the Harbeck-Bergheim House lease with Women’s Wilderness: a two-year term at the previously negotiated monthly rate, with mandatory sublease reporting. Staff said the lease retains a subsidy and that a citywide review of leased properties—covering costs, rent, and alignment with city goals—is planned for 2027. The board also discussed a reported East Boulder Recreation Center CIP figure of $63.5 million versus $53 million in funding staff said City Council approved; staff agreed to investigate the discrepancy and clarify the project scope. No new bid awards or vendor selections were reported.

Other capital and funding matters included staff’s confirmation that City Council approved the final funding allocation for the East Boulder Community Park tennis-court project, which will proceed without the requested moratorium. The Iris ball-field parcel has been sold to the Academy and remains subject to site review; the city has not identified funds to purchase the fields. Members also discussed ongoing planning for Spruce Pool funding beyond its one-time 2027 support, and a proposed bandshell seating alteration included within an $18 million park renovation. The agenda item on Q3 budget actuals and summer KPIs was deferred to November. The consent agenda passed; the transcript does not provide a clear vote tally for that item.