Park Commission — Minutes

Three Lakes Park Commission Regular Meeting Minutes February 25, 2026 Pavilion at Don Burnside Park 6931 Stanzil St. Three Lakes, Wi. Call Meeting to order: Meeting called to order at 6:30 pm. Attendance: Jason Stebbeds, Scott LeBuis, Craig Mandli, Warner Stebbeds Jr., Kay Coates, Kim Maney. Others Garrett Mandli-for presentation Report on agenda posting: Agenda posted 12:30 pm Feb. 23, 2026 Town Office Message Board and the Town Website. Review and approve agenda: Motion made by Craig to approve the agenda in any order presented. Scott second the motion. All in favor – 6, Opposed- 0 Motion carried. Approve minutes of January 21: Motion by Kay to approve the meeting minutes of January 21, 2025. Second by Scott. All in favor- 6– Opposed 0, motion carried Treasurer’s Report: Craig made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report. Second by Scott all in favor 6- Opposed -0. Motion carried. Presentation of Flowering Shrubs for Parks: Garrett Mandli gave a presentation of different shrubs that would do well in our climate. Commission will consider the options. There is a possibility for local grants for this project. Golf Driving Range: Warner presented information on equipment for the driving range including a golf ball dispenser that would hold 6500 range balls, pay terminal with credit card capability and a 3-gang pull-behind ball-picker. Warner will get new price quotes for equipment including ball baskets and range balls. Fireworks: Chairman Stebbeds informed the park commissioners that the fourth of July fireworks will be held on July 2nd if accepted by Town Board. Jason has notified the Town Chairman. This change is beyond the control of the Commission. Chairman’s Updates: Ad Hoc Committee: Chairman Stebbeds noted that the Ad Hoc Committee for Cy Wiliams Park met recently. Scott reported that various ideas for Cy Williams Park are in discussion. Donations to Park Commission: A of Merrill/Wausau businessman that Jason and Junior have known for many years has donated several pieces of equipment including a soft-serve ice cream machine fryers, warmers, etc. They have recently closed a business and need this equipment picked up by park personnel ASAP. A March 8, 2026 pickup is tentatively scheduled. Northwoods Baseball Classic: Chairman Stebbeds informed the Commission members the number of teams now stand at 27 . There are 9- 14U, 9-13U, 5- 12U. 4- 11U. Park Commissioner: An application has submitted for the vacant Park Commission position. Motion to adjourn: Motion to adjourn at 7:45 pm by Scott, Second by Kim. Unanimous approval.