Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 04/10/2025

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proposed additions including a fireplace with a pizza oven as well as a dino dig feature near the shelter. He reviewed the proposed project cost of $126,528. He stated that if the Commission agrees, the next step would be to follow the RFP process, with anticipated construction of the project in 2025. Chair Barten commented that he would support moving forward to RFP. Commissioner Sis agreed there would be no harm in going out for RFP, noting that if the prices are too high, they could reconsider. He asked if there is any access to power in the southern half of the park that could be run to the shelter. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood replied that there is power in the right-of- way for Bunker Lake Boulevard. He stated that he did not add that suggestion to the project at this time because of the cost. He stated that eventually they could look to add a restroom to the southern half of the park and perhaps running power could be considered at that time. Chair Barten stated that perhaps they could look at solar lighting or panels atop the shelter that could assist in providing light and power. He agreed that is something they could consider to be added in the future. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood stated that the DNR does have a solar lighting program for parks and trails, noting that he could look into that program. Commissioner Sis asked if the southern half of the park is still prone to flooding. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood replied that area does flood periodically but the low point is the access point and tunnel. He stated that there is frequently a period of a few days when the south half of the park is closed off but noted that is not during the peak season for rentals. Chair Barten recognized that southern half of the park would still be open to pedestrian access during times of flooding. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood confirmed that when that area is closed because of flooding, it is only closed to vehicle access. Commissioner Sis commented that the current shelter has been popular for teens with hammocks and asked if hooks could be considered to add into the plans to accommodate that use. Chair Barten commented that he would not be opposed to adding that feature, as long as the teens are being respectful. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood replied that he would not want to modify the post width of the shelter because of the structural design. He noted that there are other spots that are popular for hammocking in the park, using trees. Park and Recreation Commission/ March 13, 2025 Page 3 of 4