Aug 18, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardCity Council Budget Workshop
The City Council conducted a budget workshop to review staffing and operational needs across departments. Major discussion topics included transitioning from temporary agency labor to full-time staff for grounds maintenance, improvements to Hillrest Cemetery, and detailed capital project plans for Shirley Marchman Park. The council also reviewed budget allocations for Parks and Recreation, including funding for a new athletic field painter, vehicle replacements, and the renovation of basketball courts. The meeting concluded with plans for a public information open house to discuss park conceptual designs.