Parks and Recreation Annual Update - BOS Meeting - June 24, 2026

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors held a Parks and Recreation annual update meeting on June 24, 2026. The meeting highlighted extensive programming and capital projects within the county's parks system, including youth camps, community events, and historic site restorations. Significant procurement and capital improvement activities were discussed, such as the activation of 62 active projects, renovations of athletic fields and complexes, and new park developments like Horner Park and Falling Creek. The board was informed about upcoming bids, including a major community park project at Horner Park expected to go out to bid by October 2026, and the restoration and access improvements at historic sites. Additionally, a $550,000 donation from Google was noted to support design work for access and parking improvements at the Brown and Williamson conservation area. The meeting also covered deferred maintenance expenditures nearing $700,000 at historic properties and ongoing field renovations funded by recent bond referendums. The board expressed appreciation for the collaborative efforts across county departments and partners, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and equitable access to recreational facilities.