5.19.2026 Park Board Meeting

The City of Elkhart Park Board held a meeting on May 19, 2026, where they approved the agenda, minutes, and financial claims totaling $55,251.90. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of an amended fee schedule for softball field rentals, introducing a $25 hourly rate with a two-hour minimum and an additional $15 fee for field lighting, designed to cover staff costs. The board also approved contracts for entertainment services for upcoming events, including Party Foul Entertainment for the July 4th celebration, Mike Keagle for three farmers market performances at a total of $600, Daryl Buchanan for a 90-minute performance at the Rhapsody Arts and Music Festival, and Doublewide Ride as the opening band for the Independence Day event. Additionally, a memorandum of understanding was approved with Yoga Mystic for yoga programs in the park. The board discussed ongoing capital improvement projects such as the completion of boulder work at High Dive Park, landscaping plans, and restroom renovations at Lundquist and Old Arena parks, with engineering assisting on an RFP for the restrooms. The meeting also covered event permits, volunteer recruitment for upcoming festivals, and operational updates on park facilities and programs. No new grants or donations were reported during this session.