HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - August 20, 2026, Agenda for Parks and Recreation Commission MeetingAGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CITY HALL – 515 CLARK AVENUE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: The Parks and Recreation Commission welcomes public comment
during discussion. The Standards of Decorum, posted at the door and available on the City
website, define respectful conduct for public participation. Comments should be limited to items
within the jurisdiction of the Commission, and the Commission will not engage in dialogue
during public comment.
If you wish to speak, please complete a green card and hand it to City staff prior to the meeting.
When your name is called, please step to the microphone, state your name and address for the
record, and limit the time used to present your remarks to three minutes so others may speak.
Time limits will be enforced. Applause, shouting, or other disruptive behavior is not permitted.
The normal process on an agenda item is as follows: staff may first give a report on the item,
Commissioners may ask questions for clarification, public input is received, a motion is placed
on the floor, the Commission discusses the issue or responds to audience concerns, and a vote
is taken.
Individuals requiring special accommodation should contact City staff prior to the meeting. In
consideration of all, if you have a cell phone, please turn it off or place it on silent mode. This
meeting may be recorded.
1. Call to Order: 4:00 PM
2. Approval of April 16, 2026, and June 25, 2026, Meeting Minutes
3. Public Forum (For topics other than those listed on this agenda.)
4. Iowa Multisport Request to Host the Ames Triathlon on June 27, 2027, at Ada Hayden
Heritage Park
5. Capital Improvement Plan Timeline (Attached)
6. 2027/28 Budget Discussion
7. Discuss Ontario Park Feedback (Attached) and Next Steps
8. Recreation Center Process Update
9. Project Updates
a. Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center
b. Steven L. Schainker Plaza
c. Daley Park Splash Pad
10. Monthly Report
11. Commission Member Comments
12. Next Meeting: September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM (Regular Meeting)
13. Adjournment