Board of Park Commissioners Meeting March 9, 2026

The City of Wichita Board of Park Commissioners held a meeting on March 9, 2026, focusing on various park-related updates and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the announcement of a $7,500 grant from Evergy to support a free tree distribution event, with local nursery Hillside Nursery supplying the trees. The board reviewed multiple capital improvement projects, including playground renovations, park facility enhancements, and trail repairs, with some projects in design or scheduled for bidding. Contract negotiations were noted for the Central Riverside playground renovation, and an RFP was being prepared for a design firm for the Chestry Lewis park utility upgrades. The board also discussed waiving a 45-day notification window to expedite pipeline repair work on park property, with plans to seek compensation for site restoration and tree replacement. Additionally, the board approved the completion of a grounds maintenance RFP to be presented to the city council for approval. Updates on social media outreach, recreation programs, and maintenance activities were provided, but no new contract awards or vendor selections were finalized during the meeting.