# Belton Park Board Meeting - September 21, 2026 - 6pm

The City of Belton Park Board held a meeting on September 21, 2026, focusing on various operational and capital improvement topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the Cleveland Lake parking lot project, which is being added to a larger city public works contract with an estimated cost of $192,354 for the park board's portion. This contract will be subject to city council approval, and the board discussed potential impacts if the council does not approve it. Another significant procurement topic was the pickleball lighting project, originally budgeted at $80,000 but now planned to be completed in-house at an estimated $40,000, resulting in substantial cost savings. The board also addressed staffing challenges, particularly recruiting lifeguards, and discussed potential strategies including pay comparisons and benefits to improve recruitment and retention. Additionally, a recent purchase of a pool boiler under $25,000 was noted as a budgeted and necessary expense. The board reviewed financial reports showing increased sales tax revenue and water park season pass income, contributing positively to the budget. Grant opportunities were discussed with consideration to pause applying this year due to ongoing large projects and matching fund requirements. Overall, the meeting covered procurement decisions, budget considerations, and operational challenges impacting future contracting and staffing efforts.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Sources
- [Belton Park Board Meeting - September 21, 2026 - 6pm](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTMoeZY8LXs) - City of Belton, MO, Government