Parks and Recreation Board Meeting – March 26, 2026

The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board meeting on March 26, 2026, primarily focused on water supply challenges facing the city, particularly related to the Colorado River's historic low flows and the implications for drought management. City water officials detailed the current water usage trends, infrastructure projects like the drought pipeline, and the city's drought management plan, emphasizing the need for significant water demand reductions in the coming years. The board discussed the importance of balancing water conservation with maintaining green spaces in parks. Additionally, the meeting covered the upcoming Phoenix Plays summer camp program, highlighting its affordability, registration success, and community engagement efforts. The board also addressed the formal renaming process for Caesar Chavez Park and related city facilities, following recent council directives. Updates on capital improvement projects, such as the Lone Mountain Park construction and facility upgrades for the NCAA Women's Final Four event, were provided. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were reported during this meeting.