Board of Parks Meeting (3-10-26)

The City of Gary Board of Parks Commissioners held a meeting on March 10, 2026, focusing on various park improvement projects and operational updates. Key procurement discussions included approval of multiple contracts: a $1,500 contract with Maxine Simpson for cardio dance classes at Talson Park, a $5,000 contract for event-related services at Marquette Park, a $15,000 contract for security services at Hudson Campbell Park, and a $14,320 contract awarded to Cay Painting and Restoration for exterior power washing of the Hudson Campbell facility. The board also discussed maintenance and upgrades to park facilities, including plans to improve tennis court lighting with LED replacements, for which multiple quotes were being obtained. Additionally, the board reviewed proposals for installing a handicap-accessible path to the beach using geo-grid materials, with three quotes received and a vendor selection pending. Discussions also covered revenue generation strategies, parking enforcement enhancements using Park Mobile technology, and upcoming capital improvements such as repaving and speed hump installations at Marquette Park. Motions to approve contracts and claims were unanimously passed by roll call votes, reflecting active procurement and capital project management efforts by the Parks Department.