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engagement strategy developed with consultants, including internal analysis, community outreach, <br />and final recommendations. <br /> <br />Ms. Neumiller described the engagement process, including surveys, community events, and <br />workshops designed to gather broad input and define a right-sized facility. <br /> <br />Councilmember Specht questioned timing and referenced prior discussions. <br /> <br />City Administrator Hagen explained the need to update community input and clarify expectations. <br /> <br />Councilmember Stewart questioned whether engagement should occur after completion of the <br />splash pad. <br /> <br />Councilmember Buscher supported moving forward and emphasized ongoing community interest. <br /> <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley noted time constraints and continued discussion after recess. <br /> <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley recessed to the CC meeting at 6:58 p.m., and the workshop reconvened at <br />7:30 p.m. <br /> <br />Councilmember Specht opposed additional spending at this time and preferred focusing on <br />existing projects. <br /> <br />Councilmember Buscher asked about funding sources. <br /> <br />Parks and Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood explained funding considerations and <br />maintenance impacts. <br /> <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley indicated insufficient support to proceed with the study. <br /> <br />Parks and Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood asked for direction on future land use. <br /> <br />Councilmember Stewart supported considering proposals but not actively marketing. <br /> <br />Councilmember Specht supported reviewing proposals while maintaining flexibility. <br /> <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley agreed with a passive approach to the site. <br /> <br />Councilmember Peters expressed concern about delaying future investment due to rising costs. <br /> <br />Councilmember Buscher questioned removing the item from the strategic plan. <br /> <br />Councilmember Specht emphasized completing current projects first. <br /> <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley moved to the next item. <br /> <br />City Council Work Session / March 24, 2026 <br />Page 4 of 6 <br />