Park System Capital Improvement Needs and FundingPublic Works Department
Memorandum
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Steven J. Stadler, Public Works Director
Copy: Mike Mornson, City Manager
Date: January 24, 2013
Subject: Park System Capital Improvement Needs and Funding
The Park Board continues to be concerned about inadequate future park system funding
and being able to sustain our parks' infrastructure. This topic was previously discussed at
worksessions in February and August 2012. These discussions led to an August 2012
City Council approval to increase our residential multi -unit park dedication fee from
$800/unit to $1,500/unit. However, increased revenues from this source are tenuous. The
Park Board would like this opportunity to provide their input on what they believe is needed
to help ensure that our park system grows with the community and continues to enhance
the quality of life for Hopkins residents.