June 22, 2026 - Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting in Council Chambers

The City of Sebastian Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met on June 22, 2026, to discuss ongoing and upcoming projects related to park improvements and maintenance. Key procurement-related topics included the Riverview Park planning and phase one design, with a focus on upgrades such as the splash pad replacement, playground equipment, parking enhancements, and landscaping. The committee reviewed bids for the Main Street Boat Ramp dredging and shoreline stabilization, with construction anticipated to begin by October 1, 2026. Funding sources were discussed extensively, highlighting reliance on grants and discretionary sales tax, with concerns raised about potential impacts from upcoming tax reforms on operating budgets and maintenance capabilities. The committee also reviewed and provided input on playground and splash pad design options, aiming to finalize conceptual designs by September 1, 2026, and planned to gather further public input before presenting recommendations to the city council. The meeting concluded with scheduling the next meeting focused on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027.