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ITEM 3.b. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 3/24/2026 Meeting Type: Town Council Work Session Submitting Department: Community Services Prepared by: Kevin Snipes, Community Services Director Staff Contact Information: Phone: 480-816-5178 Email: ksnipes@fountainhillsaz.gov Request to Town Council Regular Meeting (Agenda Language) PRESENTATION: Community Services FY27 Capital Improvement Projects Staff Summary (background) Staff has identified several capital improvement projects for consideration in the upcoming Capital Improvement Program (CIP). These projects focus on maintaining and enhancing existing facilities, improving park infrastructure, addressing aging systems, and expanding recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. Many of the proposed projects focus on improving park functionality, safety, and long-term sustainability, such as reducing high-water-use turf areas, upgrading electrical systems to support events and park operations, and improving drainage and circulation within parks. Several projects also represent continued implementation of previously identified park improvements and master planning efforts. These projects will help enhance recreational amenities, improve accessibility and usability of park spaces, and ensure facilities continue to meet the growing needs of the community. The proposed projects include: • Desert Vista Pump House • Fountain Park Turf Reduction and Event Space Improvements • Fountain Park Bollard Light Pack Replacement • Fountain Park Lake Liner Playbook Design • Fountain Park Ramada Replacement – Year 2 • Four Peaks Park Electrical Building Construction • Golden Eagle Park Irrigation Pump House and Storage Tank Design • Sierra Madre Park Design • Skyview Park Construction • Community Center Turf Improvements and Fitness Area (Two-Year Project FY27-28) • Avenue Linear Park Improvements (FY28) • Desert Vista Park Skate Park Slope Improvements(FY30) Collectively, these projects support the Town’s goals of maintaining high-quality park and recreation facilities, improving operational efficiency, promoting water conservation, and continuing to invest in community spaces that enhance quality of life for residents. Related Ordinance, Policy or Guiding Principle NA Risk Analysis NA Recommendation(s) by Board(s) or Commission(s) NA Staff Recommendation(s) All recommended projects are within budgetary constraints and recommended by staff Suggested Motion NA FISCAL IMPACT Fiscal Impact: Budget Reference: Funding Source: ATTACHMENTS 1. FY2027 Community Services CIP