Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting I February 3, 2026

The City of Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission held a special meeting on February 3, 2026, focusing primarily on park maintenance, capital improvement projects, and upcoming procurement activities. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $310,000 budget allocation by the City Council for consultant services to prepare an updated Parks and Recreational Trails Master Plan, replacing a plan over 20 years old. The commission discussed the scope of work for the master plan, emphasizing prioritization of maintenance, capital replacement, and new amenities. An RFP for this project is planned, with at least one commissioner expected to participate in the vendor interview panel. Additionally, the commission reviewed ongoing and planned capital improvements such as the development of six new pickleball courts, basketball court repairs, and park restorations at Rainbow Park and others. The meeting also addressed the upcoming need to issue a new RFP for security services at parks, as the current contract is expiring. Discussions included potential updates to park hours and security measures, including the possibility of installing swing gates at certain park parking lots. The commission agreed to hold a special meeting later in February to focus on the work plan and procurement activities related to these projects. No formal votes on contracts were taken, but motions were passed to approve meeting minutes and elect commission leadership. Overall, the meeting set the stage for significant procurement and capital improvement efforts in Gilroy's parks system in the coming year.