Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting 07/08/2026 04:00 PM City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho

Mission: The Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission is a volunteer citizens' group that is created and empowered to advise the City on issues relating to park facilities and recreation programs of the City. Their mission is to gather input from staff and other qualified personnel on issues relating to the creation and design of public parks and open spaces; to listen to public input; and to provide advice and recommendations on parks and recreation related matters to the Mayor and City Council.

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VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS

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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE

____ Jo Greer, Chair                                  ____ Helen Muscolo

____ Jennifer Bobo, Vice Chair              ____ Carrie Graff

____ Mandi Roberts                                 ____  Jared Christensen

____ Terry Dennington                           ____ Toren Taylor

____ Alan Helms

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA [ACTION ITEM]

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]

OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM] ~ NONE

WORKSHOP [ACTION ITEM] ~ NONE

STAFF REPORTS

ADJOURNMENT [ACTION ITEM]

NEXT MEETING ~ Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 4 PM

2026 All-Commission Goals:

1.    Support construction of the new Community Center and the expansion of Settlers Park.

2.    Complete the Pathways Master Plan Update.

3.     Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian, with a focus on user experience amenities and improved connectivity. Meet with the rest of our neighboring cities to coordinate continuous pathway planning beyond our boundary.

4.    Add a new playground to Tammy Street Park and give the park an official new name as a City park.

5.    Participate in the partnership with the Meridian Arts Commission to add theming and identity reinforcing art in Meridian parks and along pathways. Focus this year on completion of the Public Art Master Plan and art for the new Community Center.

6.    Continue to provide feedback for ongoing park improvements and enhancements.

7.    Support future improvements at Lakeview Golf Course, including new signage for the course, fencing, and improvements to the irrigation pond area.

8.    Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops and other outreach for partnership opportunities.

9.    Support ongoing operations of the Meridian Pool.

10.  Pursue improved communication tools and opportunities to engage the community and diverse interests.