2026-09-24 Special Parks & Recreation Commission

The special DuPont Parks & Recreation Commission meeting was held September 24, 2026. Staff reported that the City had received a $350,000 Pierce County lodging-tax grant, awarded August 15, for phase two of the Historic Village Community Center project. The grant is expected to support design and engineering through December 31, 2027, with implementation beginning January 1, 2027. Staff said phases one and two are funded with county lodging-tax dollars rather than the City’s general fund. Commissioners discussed the larger project’s funding needs and the possibility of seeking additional lodging-tax support for a later expansion; no construction contract or procurement award was considered or approved at this meeting.

Staff also previewed the virtual Parks and Recreation auction, scheduled for November 4–8, with CalPortland and Amazon as sponsors. The auction typically raises approximately $25,000–$27,000 annually to support programs, community events, and the farmers market; this year participation will have no entry fee. The commission approved the agenda and June 2 minutes, and excused an absent commissioner. No spending-related motions or procurement votes were taken.