May 26, 2026

City Council received the consultant report and approved a motion to move forward with the project at the Anderson Farm Museum site. The report includes plans for a reimagined Anderson Farm Park that incorporates a signature water feature, multipurpose trails and entry ways with an option to flood a skating loop in winter months, construction of new public sauna, and a destination play structure that supports a connection to the farming theme of Anderson Farm. The council report included a class D estimate; consultant team is now moving forward with detailed design work. The next steps for this project include developing a business case as part of the 2027 budget process to revise capital budget and identify remaining funding required to advance the project.

The City would like to recognize the members of the Lively Recreation Advisory Panel for their dedication to supporting this project moving forward.