Lowell Board of Parks - May 27, 2026

The Lowell Board of Parks held a meeting on May 27, 2026, primarily focused on approving permits for various community events, sports practices, and fundraisers at city parks and fields. The board discussed custodial fees associated with event permits, often waiving fees for youth and nonprofit organizations to support community activities. Several motions were passed to approve event dates and times, including flag football, baseball tournaments, graduation celebrations, and birthday parties, with some events requiring custodian presence and associated fees. The board also addressed concerns about field usage prioritization, emphasizing preservation of high school varsity fields and equitable scheduling among youth sports groups. Additionally, the board voted against continuing Zoom meetings for permit requests and board participation. A significant procurement-related discussion involved waiving fees for Lowell Youth Baseball and Softball League tournaments to support youth programs amid budget constraints, with the board approving fee waivers for multiple tournament dates. Finally, the board agreed to consult a city building inspector regarding safety concerns about the Shed Park pavilion roof repairs, potentially affecting future permit approvals for that venue.