HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-04-08 Agenda Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL
MEETING
Owyhee High School, 3650 N. Owyhee Storm Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83646
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM
Mission:
The Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission is a volunteer citizens' group that is created
and empowered to advise the City on issues relating to park facilities and recreation
programs of the City. Their mission is to gather input from staff and other qualified personnel
on issues relating to the creation and design of public parks and open spaces; to listen to
public input; and to provide advice and recommendations on parks and recreation related
matters to the Mayor and City Council.
All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation
for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting.
Agenda
***Meet in the North Parking Lot off Owyhee Storm Avenue***
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
____ Jo Greer, Chair ____ Helen Muscolo
____ Jennifer Bobo, Vice Chair ____ Carrie Graeff
____ Mandi Roberts ____ Jared Christensen
____ Terry Dennington ____ Toren Taylor
____ Alan Helms
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES ~ NONE
ANNOUNCEMENTS ~ NONE
OLD BUSINESS ~ NONE
NEW BUSINESS
1. Spring Pathways Tour on Bicycles
Kim Warren, MPR Pathways Project Manager ~ 3 hours
Members of the public are invited to join the tour. Please provide your own bicycle and
helmet. Persons desiring accommodation for disabilities, please contact Rachel at 208-
888-3579.
WORKSHOP ~ NONE
STAFF REPORTS ~ NONE
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING ~ Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM
2026 All-Commission Goals:
1. Support construction of the new Community Center and the expansion of Settlers Park.
2. Complete the Pathways Master Plan Update.
3. Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian, with a
focus on user experience amenities and improved connectivity. Meet with the rest of our
neighboring cities to coordinate continuous pathway planning beyond our boundary.
4. Add a new playground to Tammy Street Park and give the park an official new name as a
City park.
5. Participate in the partnership with the Meridian Arts Commission to add theming and
identity reinforcing art in Meridian parks and along pathways. Focus this year on
completion of the Public Art Master Plan and art for the new Community Center.
6. Continue to provide feedback for ongoing park improvements and enhancements.
7. Support future improvements at Lakeview Golf Course, including new signage for the
course, fencing, and improvements to the irrigation pond area.
8. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops and other
outreach for partnership opportunities.
9. Support ongoing operations of the Meridian Pool.
10. Pursue improved communication tools and opportunities to engage the community and
diverse interests.