Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting I September 15, 2026

The City of Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission held a meeting on September 15, 2026, primarily discussing the potential installation of two remote-controlled solar scoreboards at Christmas Hill Park for the Roy Little League. The commission reviewed technical and financial considerations, including the estimated costs, funding sources, and operational maintenance responsibilities. The city currently has a $500,000 capital budget allocated for various park improvements, and the proposed scoreboard project would require a 50/50 cost split between the city and the Little League, with the city potentially using funds from a reserved ballpark fund. The commission emphasized the need for a formal memorandum of agreement with the Little League before proceeding and noted that installation would require a public works bidding process. Additionally, updates were provided on the ongoing Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Recreation Trails Master Plan, including upcoming community surveys and outreach efforts. Other topics included park maintenance updates, restroom retrofits, and discussions about future recreational amenities such as disc golf and workout equipment, which will be considered within the master planning process. No formal votes or contract awards were made during this meeting, but the scoreboard project was presented for informational purposes and preliminary discussion.