Park Board Meeting - February 24, 2026

The City of Issaquah Park Board held a meeting on February 24, 2026, focusing primarily on updates and discussions related to the city's climate action plan and park system improvements. Key procurement-related topics included the potential renewal of the park bond, which funds capital improvement projects such as park renovations, trail access enhancements, and athletic field upgrades. The board reviewed a list of proposed projects totaling approximately $12 to $13 million, including improvements at Confluence Park, Tiger Mountain trailhead, and Tibetz Valley Park, with considerations for funding through bond renewal, impact fees, grants, and possible councilmatic debt issuance. The discussion emphasized fiscal responsibility, project prioritization, and leveraging matching funds from grants. Additionally, the board discussed updating and consolidating park rules and regulations into a single city code chapter to improve management and enforcement, with plans for broader community engagement and a draft update targeted for mid-2026. No formal votes were taken during this meeting, but action items include further refinement of the climate action plan, park bond renewal planning, and development of updated park rules for future council consideration.