River Falls Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 6/17/26

The City of River Falls Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on June 17, 2026, to discuss park impact fees and related capital improvement projects. The board reviewed updated funding availability, which had increased to approximately $950,000, and considered reallocating these funds for various park enhancements. Key procurement-related discussions focused on funding allocations for Glen Park Phase 2 improvements, including a multi-use sports court, playground completion, an open-air pavilion, West Cascade Avenue trail improvements, and a youth ball field. The board debated the merits and costs of the youth ball field, with concerns raised about location, parking, and usage, ultimately deciding to exclude the ball field from the current funding allocation. They approved a motion to allocate funds toward the multi-use sports court, pavilion, and trail improvements while deferring the ball field decision for future consideration. Additional topics included potential partnerships with the school district for field improvements and operational funding for pollinator gardens, which were to be addressed separately. The board emphasized the need for further planning and community input on details such as ice rink features, playground accessibility, and restroom facilities before finalizing expenditures. The resolution approving the park impact fees and funding recommendations was forwarded to the city council for consideration and adoption.