Summary
The city will reapply for a fully state-funded grant to add a shade structure at Wheaton Park after last year's application lost out when $12 million in requests competed for $5 million in available funding.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
No local match required — the grant would be 100% state-funded.
Park users, families, and event attendees who would get shade at Wheaton Park.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Mayor and City Council (Work) — July 14, 2026
The city will reapply for a fully state-funded grant to add a shade structure at Wheaton Park after last year's application lost out when $12 million in requests competed for $5 million in available funding.
Mayor and City Council (Work) — May 5, 2026
The new stage and band shell bid came in about $25,000 over budget. Staff wants to shift leftover CDBG money to cover the gap so the park project can proceed, with public comment open through May 25.
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