Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Evansville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues in parks rec with high priority
Tepe Park land survey services
A survey, a new soft-surface trail with the Evansville Trails Coalition, and a water easement for splash pad shade structures all moved forward. Community One and the neighborhood are driving improvements, with trail work possibly starting within a week.
Igleheart Park storm damage repairs
A lightning strike knocked out power to the ball fields. Three bids ($51,143-$58,400) were opened and taken under advisement, with the cost covered by insurance.
Eigelhart splash pad opening and new playgrounds
The splash pad is set to open September 20, and new playground equipment lands at CK Newsome, Caldwell, and Vann Pollack parks by October — a big fall for families with kids.
C.K. Newsome Center Renovations
Renovations at the CK Newsome Center hit a snag — asbestos floor tiles need removal before work can continue. The center will be closed while crews handle it.
Igleheart Park change order
The CenterPoint electrical agreement is the last piece needed to open the Igleheart splashpad to the public. Residents should see the splashpad open soon.
Van Pollock Park investment
The parks department is teaming up with the Department of Metropolitan Development to resurface the Van Pollock basketball courts and add new playground equipment chosen by neighborhood kids — with DMD reimbursing the costs.
Igleheart Park splash pad completion
The board approved a CenterPoint encroachment so splash pad construction can keep moving. Equipment was delivered July 1 and the opening is still targeted for Labor Day weekend.
C.K. Newsome Playground improvements
Crews tore out the old unsafe playground equipment and the new setup arrives at the end of July. The board approved seeking sealed quotes for the sitework to get it installed.
Igleheart Splash Pad construction award
The board approved a CenterPoint encroachment so splash pad construction can keep moving. Equipment was delivered July 1 and the opening is still targeted for Labor Day weekend.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum restoration stalled on water line
The Coliseum Foundation is raising private money and splitting a $109,821 water line project with the county, plus funding a $39,360 feasibility study for the building's future.
C.K. Newsome Center renovation
The long-planned renovation of the C.K. Newsome Center is moving forward with Garmong Construction as the low bidder. The community center serves residents on the city's near-downtown east side.