# Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee 10.8.26

The City of Bangor Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee meeting, titled October 8, 2026 (metadata lists October 9), covered seasonal operations, recreation programs, waterfront activity, and park improvements. Staff reported that Sawyer Ice Arena was preparing to open and had spent money addressing its 30-year-old chiller; a temporary chiller rental during the prior season cost approximately $15,000 per month. The arena’s aging boards and deteriorating concrete were also discussed, along with limited ice time and the need for a possible new facility. No contract award or procurement vote was reported. The committee also heard that docks would be removed starting October 19 and that waterfront electrical and water-supply issues were being addressed.

Staff reported that swing sets for Little City Park and Parks and Recreation had been purchased and ordered for spring installation, and a half-court basketball court was planned at Little City Park. Cracks in tennis and pickleball courts were being filled. Parks and Recreation said it would issue another RFP for future lighting at Mansfield. The meeting also included updates on sports and community programs, events, and facility scheduling; no other spending motions or procurement approvals were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 09, 2026

### Sources
- [Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee 10.8.26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UBDE9XjpnU) - City of Bangor