Parks and Recreation Advisory Board - September 16, 2026

The City of Salina Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on September 16, 2026, to discuss various departmental updates and ongoing projects. Key procurement-related topics included the continuation of a concrete improvement project at Barkley Park, involving sidewalk installation and plans for turf replacement on the golf course's short course hitting tees. The board was informed about in-kind donations from concrete vendors supporting these efforts. Additionally, facility maintenance updates covered security camera installations at splash pads and remodeling work at the Salina Police Department. The board also reviewed project status updates such as the completion of the Jerry splash pad and upcoming dugout improvements at Matson Field, with attention to cost management for steel fabrication. No formal votes on contracts or budget allocations were recorded, but the meeting highlighted ongoing capital improvements and vendor partnerships. The Parks and Recreation Director announced his resignation, with board members acknowledging his contributions to the department's progress over the past decade.