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concessions stand improvements

Improve beach concessions for accessibility, function, and enjoyment.

What to Watch
Whether council reviews the survey results and final quotes before committing to construction spending for the Neshotah Beach concessions project.
Coming Up

Typically discussed at City Council. Check back when the next agenda is published.

The Story

Council has now put a $255,000 borrowing line on the books for Neshotah Beach concessions-area work as part of a larger 2026 borrowing plan, passing 8-1. Earlier, council talked through a public survey and a fast schedule (survey in Jan–Feb, bid in March) tied to ADA access and basic functionality. The big question residents will feel is whether the city treats that borrowing line as a placeholder or as a green light to build.

Key Decisions
  1. passed 8-1 City Council · Feb 16, 2026

    26-026 Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Establishing Parameters For the Sale of Not to Exceed $2,565,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes

    Motion to waive reading and adopt the resolution

    Adam Wachowski No
    Bill LeClair Yes
    Darla LeClair Yes
    Tim Petri Yes
    Bonnie Shimulunas Yes
    Scott Stechmesser Yes
    Mark Bittner Yes
    Doug Brandt Yes
    Shannon Derby Yes
  2. passed 5-0 Room Tax Commission Special · Oct 29, 2025

    REVIEW GRANT PROPOSAL AND FUNDING COMMITMENT                            (Action Item)

    Motion made by Rick Carey for the Room Tax Commission to a firm $25,000 per year for 3 years to support the renovation of the concession stand as presented by Two Rivers Parks and Recreation. An additional 2 years of funding at $25,000 per year will be provided, contingent on Parks and Recreation not receiving state funding through a capital improvement grant application. Total funding of $125,000 is also contingent on including enclosing the covered picnic shelter as part of the overall project.

    Kyle Kordell Yes
    Mark Bittner Yes
    Rick Carey Yes
    Curt Andrews Yes
    Bill LeClair Yes
Record

  1. Council reviewed an architectural drawing for a proposed new beach pavilion/concession stand and discussed possible funding sources and long-term uses.

    City Council Work Session

  2. During the discussion, the current pavilion and concession stand were described as needing replacement or upgrades soon.

    City Council Work Session

  3. A City Council agenda included an action item titled “REVIEW GRANT PROPOSAL AND FUNDING COMMITMENT” tied to this topic.

    City Council Work Session

  4. Council discussed launching a public survey to gather feedback on improvements to the Neshotah Beach concessions area, including ADA access and functionality; no formal action was requested.

    City Council

  5. The survey discussion included a timeline: survey launch mid-week, data collection in January–February, and an aim to bid the project in March.

    City Council

  6. The survey discussion described a budget framing of $255,318 in anticipated borrowing, with a requirement that at least half the funding come from other sources for the project to move forward.

    City Council

  7. Council approved borrowing limits for up to $2,565,000 in 2026 capital borrowing, with $2,215,000 supported by the property tax levy and $350,000 supported by the Electric Utility.

    City Council

  8. The borrowing plan included $255,000 listed for the Neshotah Beach concessions project.

    City Council

  9. The borrowing-parameters resolution passed 8-1.

    City Council
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