Richland Center Park Board to meet Monday, recap of June 29 meeting

The Richland Center Park Board is preparing for its upcoming meeting on Monday, July 27, at 5:00 PM in the Community Center Meeting Room. Key items on the agenda include recommendations to fill a vacant citizen member seat, the acceptance of a non-monetary sign donation from Robert Totten, and the approval of the 2027 fee schedule for the Park and Recreation Department. The board will also handle the approval of monthly bills and review reports from the Budget, Recreation Director, Woodman Senior Center Coordinator, and Park Board President.

Reflecting on the previous meeting held on June 29, the board elected Kathryn Lewandowski as President and Pat Elliott as Vice President, with Jodi Mieden serving as Secretary. Members approved extending the operating schedule for mobile dessert and food establishments on city park properties to seven days a week. Recent reports highlighted a busy season for local recreation, including successful events like Cops and Bobbers, Kids Nite Out, and a pickleball tournament. The community pool overcame early seasonal challenges with flooding and pump maintenance to open ahead of schedule with robust pass sales. Meanwhile, the Woodman Senior Center reported a sold-out Brewers game and introduced new programs like Bingocize and health presentations. The meeting concluded with positive feedback on park maintenance and a note regarding necessary footbridge repairs.