Parks Commission Meeting 2-4-2025

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Areas of Interest (4)

Disagreement between Council and Commission regarding the timing of the LC Stevens Park bandshell project.
Potential 30-day delay in 2025 Park Improvement project bids due to late release of architectural documents.
City of Dayton seeks consultants to overhaul a 10-year-old park master plan.
Commission evaluates temporary tent rentals as a low-cost alternative to a permanent bandshell for 2025 events.

It's a mistake to build something now when you don't know what else you're building in that area.
— Paul Kangas

LC Stevens ParkRegarding construction of the LC Stevens bandshell.

We've been in my opinion dragging our feet for a year and a half or so.
— Councilman Salonic

LC Stevens ParkExpressing frustration with project timelines at LC Stevens Park.

Elizabeth DeckerParks Staff

Transferred from United Health Care; background in event management and parks/recreation in various cities.

1 quote

“I'm happy to be here... enjoying the city of Dayton that's for sure”

Self-introduction to the commission.

Paul KangasArchitect

Leading the 2025 Park Improvement package design.

1 quote

“It's a mistake to build something now when you don't know what else you're building in that area”

Advice on delaying the LC Stevens Park bandshell.

Councilman SalonicCouncil Liaison

Advocating for immediate progress on the bandshell facility.

1 quote

“I am a strong proponent of the band shell to get done... we need that band shell much nicer than it is”

Urging the commission to prioritize the bandshell project.

Chuck EvansLandscape Architect

Presenter for the LC Stevens Park Master Plan update.

18601 152nd Avenue, DaytonLC Stevens ParkPark Service Area 21Iona GardensRogers Crown Room Banquet Center

2025 PIP

Park Improvement Package construction documents and bid preparation.

LC Stevens Master Plan RFP

Selection of consultants to update the 10-year-old park master plan.