# Parks & Recreation Bond Oversight Committee September 24, 2026

The City of Englewood Parks & Recreation Bond Oversight Committee met September 24, 2026, to review construction progress, schedules, and finances across bond projects. City Council approved a contract for the next phase of work at Routolo Park, with Elite Industries continuing the project, including a restroom, irrigation, landscaping, and a path. For Miller Field, the committee discussed a $300,000 contract with Vortex Aquatic Structures for splash-pad equipment; the order was being placed subject to Council approval to secure a 5% discount. Final drawings were expected October 2, followed by an RFP and contractor selection targeted for November or December. Bard and Clarkson parks are expected to go out to bid in early 2027, with additional park projects anticipated for Council consideration in February.

Construction is underway at Pirates Cove and the recreation center, where staff anticipate cost-increasing change orders as previously unknown conditions are uncovered. The committee reported bond spending of 9.77% as of August, up from 9.32% in July, and said expenditures and encumbrances were tracking with project schedules. No committee votes were reported; the procurement-related Council approval and pending approvals were described during project updates.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Sources
- [Parks & Recreation Bond Oversight Committee September 24, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJiUtdIG2to) - City of Englewood Colorado