City of Richmond Parks Board Meeting of Thursday, October 12, 2026

The Richmond Parks and Recreation Board meeting—titled October 12, 2026, though the transcript calls it the November 12 meeting—covered park projects, golf operations, and contracts. Staff reported that 14 roof projects were completed or nearing completion, with one change order for a rotted cupola at Middlefork Reservoir. A golf simulator project had gone out to bid, with a pre-bid meeting planned and construction intended ahead of 2027 play; staff were also obtaining prices for fleet rotation and mowers. The fountain project is awaiting limestone, and staff discussed adding concrete and requesting a quote to extend a walkway. The department received a $121,148.21 food-and-beverage tax installment and announced a community grant program expected to launch January 1. Staff also said a comprehensive parks master plan is needed to remain eligible for state, federal, and National Park Service grants.

The board approved contract 131-2026 with Joe Augustine after adding weather-cancellation terms: the department must give 24 hours’ notice or pay the performance fee in full. The board also approved Mark Wheeler’s proposed one-year renewable seasonal contract as Highland Lake Golf Course clubhouse manager. Separately, staff reported receiving a gator, and discussed pursuing approval to use an existing well for the clubhouse before seeking a contractor; no well contract award was reported. The board reviewed naming guidelines for future policy development, but no final policy action was described.