November 3, 2026 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

The City of Lake Forest Park Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met on November 3, 2026. The board approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members discussed 2027 event planning, including expanding art walks, exploring music events and school partnerships, coordinating with a July 4 event, and considering shuttle service for events with limited parking. They also discussed a spring or summer introductory pickleball event, story walks, and insurance and waiver requirements for potential yoga programming. No event-related spending approvals or contracts were reported.

The board reviewed a draft work plan and asked members to bring edits and priorities to the next meeting; approval was deferred. Members discussed updating the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (POST) plan, including the possibility of seeking bids for the planning work and gathering more community feedback. For the Horizon View park project, staff reported that Fish and Wildlife permits had been approved, while further review by the hearing examiner remained, including possible dock and parking changes. Fundraising ideas such as commemorative plaques were mentioned. No bid approval, contract award, or budget allocation occurred at this meeting.