Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting April 9, 2026

The City of Englewood, Colorado Parks and Recreation Commission held a meeting on April 9, 2026, focusing on updates and procurement activities related to parks, recreation facilities, and capital improvement projects. Key procurement discussions included the solicitation and upcoming bid review for the Pirates Cove project, with a pre-bid conference attracting about 10 companies and applications due April 28, 2026. The commission also discussed a sole source agreement with Elite Industries for the Northwest Greenbelt project to expedite construction without an RFP, pending city council approval. Additionally, the commission reviewed grant funding efforts, including a $600,000 request to Arapahoe County for a $1.4 million playground project at Ben Park, supported by a recent $200,000 donation. Other procurement-related updates included plans for new cabana furniture at Pirates Cove, EV charger installations at the recreation center, and potential equipment replacement for cardio machines. The meeting also covered community engagement efforts, upcoming construction phases for Belleview Park, Emerson Park, and Routollo Park, and considerations for restroom design and accessibility. No formal votes on contracts were recorded, but action items included exploring a community tour of bond-funded projects and continuing procurement processes for key capital projects.