City of Moorhead - Park Advisory Board Meeting Aug 27, 2026

The City of Moorhead Park Advisory Board held a meeting on August 27, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related topics. The board approved a new $50 key and damage deposit policy for the MB Johnson small shelter to improve renter accountability and reduce staff time spent on key management. They also reviewed and approved the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan, which includes a $200,000 allocation toward the $700,000 playground and shelter replacement project at Gooseberry Park, with vendor selection and design still in progress. Additionally, the board approved the 2027 fee schedule, which simplifies shelter rental times and includes modest fee increases to maintain affordability and accessibility. Discussions included the exploration of automated mowing technology to improve maintenance efficiency without reducing labor, and ongoing park maintenance projects such as new signage installation and improvements at the Centennial Dog Park. The meeting also covered updates on pool attendance and upcoming community events, but no new contracts or vendor awards were finalized during this session.