# Bothell Parks and Recreation Board Meeting - October 8, 2026

The City of Bothell Parks and Recreation Board met on October 8, 2026. The board approved the September minutes as amended and voted to recommend updates to the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) and Capital Facilities elements of the comprehensive plan so they align with the 2026 PROS Plan. Proposed updates address walkability and gaps in park access, indoor recreation, partnerships, and trail connections; the amendments will proceed to the Planning Commission and City Council. No contract awards or dollar-valued purchasing decisions were reported. Staff said they expect to continue with an unnamed vendor for movie-night screens and sound after finding that arrangement more consistent than prior options; no contract amount was provided.

Staff reported that Public Works paved 88 parking stalls to improve concert-event parking and that parks staff rented Pop Keeney Stadium parking for concerts. They also discussed budgeting for traffic and crowd management as events grow, with staffing requirements still under review. The board received an update on the Cedar Grove Park art-selection process, which is moving toward a shortlist of artists, but no selection or award was made. Staff also provided event and operations updates, including plans for Arbor Day and Trick-or-Treat on Main Street. Board members discussed meeting monthly and being prepared to advise on potential future parks levy or bond matters; no related funding action was taken.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 08, 2026

### Sources
- [Bothell Parks and Recreation Board Meeting - October 8, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NgSh2Qv9hw) - CityofBothell