Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs 05-13-2026

The City of Norwalk, Connecticut Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs Committee held a meeting on May 13, 2026, primarily focused on authorizing agreements for the use of various city parks and facilities for community events, including fitness celebrations, concerts, races, and flea markets. The committee approved multiple motions authorizing the mayor to enter into agreements with event organizers, accommodating events ranging from small gatherings to large festivals with thousands of attendees. Additionally, the committee accepted a $255,000 grant from the Connecticut Deep Long Island Sound Ecosystems program for habitat restoration at Andrews Field, authorizing the mayor to execute related contracts. A technical correction was approved for a sole source purchase order of $161,334.37 to Northeast Scoreboards for replacement scoreboards at Brian McMahon Field. The committee also discussed and approved modest fee increases for recreation programs and park facility usage for fiscal year 2026-2027, based on a market study and cost analysis, with considerations for resident versus non-resident fee distinctions. The meeting concluded with the introduction of a new recreation center staff member and adjournment.