Liliana Norby shared an update on Theo Art School as a BPRD featured partner. The Board also heard from Gavin McCollam about another featured partner, Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park.
The Board authorized staff in partnership with the Bismarck Recreation Council to work with the Lions District 5NW Cabinet on the development of the proposed Lions Garden of Healing within Clairmont Family Conservation Park.
The Board accepted the 2025 audit report as presented by Mindy Piatz of Brady, Martz and Associates.
The Board authorized staff to request the City of Bismarck create a Park Improvement Special Assessment District to develop Boulder Ridge Park. Benefited property owners will receive a letter in July with details about the project.
The Board approved submission of a waiver of the Neighborhood Park and Open Space Policy for Clear Sky Second Addition due to its proximity to Heroes Park.
The Board approved transferring $3 million in General Fund reserves to the Capital Project Improvement Fund for the Schaumberg Arena refrigeration system replacement at Capital Ice Complex.
The Board approved the bid for parking lot improvements for the Operations Maintenance Building from Capital City Construction in the amount of $93,200.
The Board approved the bid for boiler replacement at VFW Sports Center Rink 1 from Northern Plains Plumbing, Heating, and Air in the amount of $252,808.
The Board approved the bid for restroom renovation at Municipal Country Club from Roers Construction Joint Venture LLC in the amount of $158,500.
The Board approved the bid for cart path improvements phase 2 at Tom O’Leary Golf Course from American Resurfacing Inc. in the amount of $374,617.96.
The Board approved the bid for restroom remodeling at McDowell Dam Recreation Area from Paramount Builders Inc. in the amount of $76,512.
The Board approved the bid for a Satchel Paige statue at Bismarck Municipal Ballpark from Bronzeman Inc. in the amount of $68,500.
The Board rejected the previously approved bid for the World War Memorial Building reroofing project from Twin City Roofing due to their inability to complete the project within the specified timeframe and approved the bid from Tecta America in the amount of $382,698.
The Board approved the recreation facility feasibility study agreement with CHA Consulting Inc., contingent upon the City Commission’s approval May 26, in the amount of $136,963.
The Board discussed its public comment policy and asked staff to compile information regarding policies used by other political subdivisions for review.
The Board designated Mike Wald as interim executive director and interim clerk from June 2 to June 18 until Dave Leker begins his service as executive director.
The Board authorized staff to call for bids for a dehumidifier for H.A. Thompson & Sons Arena at VFW Sports Center and concessions operations at Capital Ice Complex.
The Board approved the addendum agreement for the BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center concessions agreement due to the sale of Epic Nutrition.
The Board recognized retiring Executive Director Kevin Klipfel with a proclamation for his outstanding leadership and distinguished service.
The next regularly scheduled Board meeting is Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 5:15pm in the Tom Baker Meeting Room.