Director Karyn Sommers-Buck reported that two different companies are coming out to look at the current layout of the outdoor courts so they can move forward on the pickleball courts, and two companies will look over the pool to provide quotes for painting it.
Correspondence
Sommers-Buck reported correspondence from Burbach Aquatics regarding the pool stairs project, IDPH compliance, and additional recommendations. She’s still waiting for electric bonding recommendations before they approve a project plan.
Report from Commissioners
Sandy Johnson asked for a breakdown of summer field trips; Josh Sibley asked about taking care of weeds in the kiddie pool area, and Kyle Gibson asked for additional details on the pickleball courts.
Director’s Report
For program updates, Sommers-Buck reported that soccer started on September 12th and flag football starts September 16th. A Google Doc is available for 4th-8th graders to sign up for the Erie Prophetstown Basketball Association.They’re still finalizing dates for K-3rd Skills. Assistant Director Justine Meier is working on craft nights for fall and winter dates and welcomes suggestions from the Commissioners.
PDRMA will have an on-site visit on September 24th to review smart goals and work toward progress. For the April 6th, 2027 Consolidated Election, paperwork is still available for seats on the Board of Commissioners. ZOWA Live Pro Wrestling is coming to the facility on Saturday, October 24th.
There was no unfinished business or action items, other than approval of the August 2026 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report.
The next regular meeting of the Prophetstown Park District’s Board of Commissioners will be on Wednesday, October 21st at 7 p.m.
