Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting - April 2, 2026

The City of Apple Valley Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met on April 2, 2026, to discuss several procurement and capital improvement projects related to local parks. Key topics included updates on storm water management projects funded by a $35 million state grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, covering infiltration basins, wet ponds, and playground improvements across multiple parks. The committee reviewed project schematics, maintenance plans including a proposed five-year maintenance contract for native plantings, and upcoming bidding and construction schedules. Additionally, the committee considered and unanimously recommended to the city council the approval of a $147,750 contract with Indigo Signs for new monument signs at several parks. They also discussed renaming two parks to reduce confusion and approved changes to a soccer field to remove unnecessary fencing and bleachers, reflecting changes in usage. The meeting concluded with discussions on future agenda items including ice rink maintenance and parking concerns at the pickleball complex. Several motions related to procurement and project approvals were passed unanimously.