Parks Advisory Board - September 21, 2026

The City of Saginaw Parks Advisory Board held a meeting on September 21, 2026, focusing on several procurement and park improvement initiatives. Key procurement discussions included the approval to proceed with the bidding process for installing light poles at multiple park locations, including parking lots and sports courts, with initial cost estimates around $50,000 per site but with plans to optimize and reduce the number of poles to lower costs. The board also approved purchasing wildflower and butterfly garden seeds from Justin Seed Company and Eden Brothers, with a combined strategy to plant in designated park areas to enhance pollinator habitats, with seed costs estimated between $172 and $222 for fall planting and additional overseeding in spring. Additionally, the board approved expenditures for a canopy and candy for upcoming community events, with a budget of approximately $200 for candy. Updates were provided on upcoming city events, including a fireworks show with quotes around $30,000, and the formation of a Friends of the Parks nonprofit group was discussed, including leadership appointments and volunteer engagement. The meeting concluded with financial reports showing approximately $177,000 in unallocated funds and plans for future agenda items related to park improvements and fish stocking for a fishing event.