HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-11-12 PACKET 09.A.City of
Cotta Grove
Minnesota
To: Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
From: Zac Dockter, Parks and Recreation Director
CC:
Date: November 7, 2012
Subject: Parks and Recreation Referendum
Background
On November 6, residents were asked to vote on improvements to parks and recreational facilities as
described below:
Question 1: Authorize the City to bond $6.5 million for a family aquatic center
Question 2: Authorize the City to bond $7 million for expansion and renovations to Hamlet Park and
an indoor /outdoor play center
The results of both questions were a "NO ". Opposition to question one was 63.6% and question two at
61.5 %.
Over the next several months, staff will be reassessing the community's recreational desires and
setting priorities, budgets and timelines for projects. The Parks Commission will be relied upon heavily
during this planning process.
Recommendation
No action required at this time.