Hendersonville Parks Board 9/21/2026

The City of Hendersonville Parks Board held a meeting on September 21, 2026, where several procurement and project approvals were discussed. Key procurement-related items included approval of a Christmas drive-thru display event at Sanders Ferry Park planned for November 7, 2027, featuring a drive-thru light display and a Christmas village with potential ice rink options. The board also approved the installation of a memorial bench funded by the Hendersonville Civitan Club and authorized seasonal sponsorship banners for Civotan tackle football. Additionally, an Eagle Scout project to install an informational kiosk at Drake's Creek Park was approved. Other agenda items included approval of a memorial tree and a bench installation behind the baseball field, with the city managing installation and maintenance. Updates on park maintenance, upcoming events, and capital projects such as the Heritage Park house demolition and bike pump track construction were provided, but no specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed. The board took multiple votes to approve these projects and initiatives, reflecting ongoing investment in park infrastructure and community programming.