Parks Board Meeting | July 15, 2026

The City of Sioux Falls Parks Board met on July 15, 2026, to discuss several key procurement and project initiatives. A major highlight was the presentation and approval recommendation of a $15 million conditional gifting agreement from the Bezos Earth Fund to support the initial phase of the Falls Park master plan redevelopment, including planning, design, environmental remediation, construction, and programming. The funding will be disbursed in three tranches, with the city responsible for acquiring approximately 16.3 acres of land for the project. The board also approved a permanent sanitary sewer easement for a new shop facility in Sherman Park and authorized gate fees for upcoming Nike cross country events. Additionally, the board approved a $6,000 installation project for basketball backboard art in city parks, funded through sponsorships and partnerships. The meeting included discussions on property acquisition, project timelines, and community engagement efforts, with all procurement-related motions passing unanimously and moving forward to city council for final approval.