HomeMy WebLinkAboutTree/Park Board Minutes 11.06.2025 Laurel Park Board Minutes for November 6, 2025
The meeting was called to order at 5:27
In attendance were Iry Wilke, Phyllis Bromgard, Michele Mize, Tom Canape, Paul Kober, Richard
Klose, and Jon Rutt.
Public input—None
1. LPB Minutes for October 2, 2025— Richard Klose moved to approve corrected minutes, Tom
Canape 2"dthe motion. Approved
2. Next meeting December 4
3. Renting Riverside Park on last weekend July 2026- Shawna Hopper spoke on renting
Riverside Park for an event the July 30 to August 2, 2026. It would be a public event for the
region. She would like to use the entire park, and suggested $1000 per day? Local Bands and
maybe regional or national bands. Jon Rutt made a motion to approve this proposal and
send to City Council Phyllis Bromgard seconded. Approved
4. Other Parks-The sprinkler for Nutting Park is almost done. Tree removal in Riverside Park
was bid at$8,300 to $8,400. Tom Canape made a motion to accept the $8,400 bid, Phyllis
Bromgard seconded. Approved.
5. Riverside Park Campground —$31,200 for FY 24-25. $15,200 ytd.
6. American Legion Building at Riverside Park—Flooring done and it has been rented for non-
alcohol type events. Several groups have been using it.
7. Riverside Hall/Lions Club—Has been rented out for.several events. Possibly another drywall
contractor is looking at the ceiling. Painting color was discussed for the park.
8. Laurel Rod and Gun Club Building— Nothing to report. Michele Mize made a motion to make
a Council resolution to utilize/rent the building, Tom Canape seconded. Approved.
9. Tree Board Business—Arbor Day was a success on October 7th•The 3 trees have been staked
in Thompson Park. Tom Canape is the Arbor Day chairman for 2026. Phyllis Bromgard has
several trees that could be transplanted to Laurel Parks.
10. Board members and positions—Discussion for after the 15t of the year.
Other Items
Billie Riddle Splash has toilet rings in concrete. City will try to determine if they will go
anywhere. Michele Mize is resigning because of her election to be City Judge.
Adjourn 6:17
Submitted Jon Rutt