Park & Recreation Board Meeting — Minutes

Minutes are not official until formally approved by the Park and Rec Board at the next scheduled meeting. MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING HELD IN GREENFIELD CITY HALL ROOM #204, ON THURSDAY 06/11/26 AT 6:30PM 1. Chairperson Zach Marshall called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL: Michael Braswell Present Quinn Brunette Excused Troy Chowanec Ald. Shirley Saryan Present Excused Nikki Cherek Patty Forget Present Present Zach Marshall Scott Jaquish Denise Collins Cheryl Bailey Present Present Present Present 2. There was no citizen commentary. Citizen Commentary 3. A motion was made by Ms. Collins, seconded by Ms. Bailey to approve the 03-26-26 Park and Recreation Board Meeting minutes. Motion approved. Motion to approve 03-26-26 Minutes 4. Alderperson Saryan is not in attendance. Common Council Report 5. Mr. Marshall noted nothing to report. Board Chairman Report 6. Mr. Marshall noted nothing to report. Planning Commission Report 7. Ms. Cherek announced that graduation will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m., regardless of weather conditions. A committee of the whole meeting was held, during which retirees, including Mr. Jaquish, were recognized and celebrated. Several middle school students received awards for their participation in a national cooking event. Additionally, the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has implemented a new policy prohibiting the use of cellular devices in schools. Greenfield School District Report 8. Mr. Brunette was unable to attend but has provided a report to Mr. Jaquish. The referendum is progressing as scheduled and remains within the allocated budget. Whitnall School District Report 9. Mr. Jaquish expressed his appreciation to the board for their ongoing support and collaboration over the years. Mr. Marshall presented a retirement gift to Mr. Jaquish on behalf of the board. The Summer Recreation Guide has been completed and distributed. Mr. Jaquish extended his thanks to the board members for volunteering as bartenders at Jansen Fest, which successfully raised over $500. Softball season is currently underway. Little League held its opening day on May 2nd. Mr. Jaquish and Ms. Zakrzewski met with representatives from Whitnall School District’s Building and Grounds Department regarding pool usage. The grand opening of Story walk Number 2 was also held. Director of Parks and Recreation Report 10. Mr. Jaquish provided an update to the board regarding the 2026 community events, with particular emphasis on the addition of the new summer beer garden. Discussion/Update regarding 2026 Community events. 11. Mr. Jaquish presented the board with the agreement between Klemme Floats and our organization for the Fourth of July event. Motion was made by Ms. Chowanec, seconded by Ms. Forget to approve. Motion approved unanimously. Discussion/Decision regarding agreement with Klemme Floats, LLC. 12. Mr. Jaquish provided the board with a detailed update on the Pondview Park restoration project. Discussion/Update regarding Pondview Park restoration project. 13. Mr. Jaquish reviewed information provided to the board regarding fund transfer from fund 114 to EN2512 (Turf Shelter project) in the amount of $221,000.00. Motion was made by Mr. Braswell, seconded by Ms. Cherek to approve. Motion approved unanimously by a roll call vote. Discussion/Decision regarding fund transfer from fund 114 to EN2512. 14. Mr. Jaquish provided an update to the board regarding the ADA-accessible hard court play area at Dan Jansen Park. Discussion/Update regarding Dan Jansen Park ADA accessible hard court play area. 15. Ms. Zakrzewski and Ms. Cancilla are present to provide an explanation of the proposed pickleball court reservation policy. Motion was made by Ms. Cherek, seconded by Ms. Bailey to approve. Motion approved unanimously. Discussion/Decision regarding proposed pickleball court reservation policy. 16. Mr. Jaquish explained to the board the rationale for allocating $75,000 for the Park Improvement Project, which will address drainage issues at Dan Jansen Park. Motion was made by Ms. Collins, seconded by Ms. Bailey to approve. Motion approved unanimously by a roll call vote. Discussion/Decision regarding fund transfer from fund 114 to PR2502. 17. Motion was made by Ms. Bailey, seconded by Ms. Cherek to adjourn the meeting at 7:15 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Andrea Sierra, Administrative Assistant Adjournment/Next meeting date (June 25th, 2026)