City Council Meeting Date: October 6, 2026
To: Mayor and City Council
City Administrator
From: David E. Bennett, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer
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Consider Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Order Advertisement for Bids for the Phase II - Northfield Skateboard Park Expansion Project (PARK2026-E19).
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Action Requested:
The Northfield City Council approves the attached Resolution (Attachment 1) Approving the Plans and Specifications for the Phase II - Northfield Skateboard Park Expansion Project (PARK2026-E19).
Summary Report:
On July 7, 2026, City Council approved the final concept plan for Phase II of the Northfield Skate Park project. The design incorporates input from skatepark users and surrounding neighbors, along with Council direction. Staff and design professionals have translated the approved concept into detailed construction plans and specifications. The project is now at Step 5 of the project process: approval of plans and authorization to advertise for bids.
Community Input & Design Response
Engagement with skatepark users and neighboring residents identified priorities related to landscape screening, lighting, noise, park rules, and comfortable places to gather.
The plans incorporate landscape screening, shade, benches, picnic tables, and perimeter seating. The lighting design uses dark-sky fixtures and a warm color temperature to address users’ interest in lighting while responding to neighborhood concerns about light impacts. These features carry forward the community input and Council direction established during conceptual design.
The current stage focuses on the technical details, safety, and construction requirements needed to deliver that approved concept. Lighting, landscaping, and site furnishings are included as bid alternates, as explained under Financial Impacts.
A link to the park project webpage is attached. The plans and specifications are pending...
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