PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD 05.21.2026

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting for Davenport, held on May 21, 2026, focused primarily on updates and presentations related to park operations, safety training, horticulture projects, and ongoing capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included upcoming bids for the Centennial Park basketball courts replacement, the installation of a new playground at Green Acres, and the redesign and reconstruction plans for the Vanderveer fountain scheduled for FY 28. The board also discussed maintenance challenges, staffing updates, and the scheduling of snow removal and mowing operations. Additionally, there was mention of a mural project in collaboration with Quad City Arts and volunteer cleanup initiatives at River's Edge. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were finalized during the meeting, but several projects were noted as moving toward bidding or construction phases.