Parks panel prepares 2027 budget with 5-6% target increase
Parks and Recreation Commission sets 2027 budget with 5-6% increase target. Director Rick Wilhelmi updated the seven-member panel on summer operations across municipal facilities, including Barnard Pool closing August 23 after strong enrollment. The commission discussed rising homeless encampments
Parks & Recreation Commission · Meeting of August 19, 2026
NH GOFFSTOWN — Parks and Recreation Commission sets 2027 budget with 5-6% increase target. Director Rick Wilhelmi updated the seven-member panel on summer operations across municipal facilities, including Barnard Pool closing August 23 after strong enrollment. The commission discussed rising homeless encampments along the Rail Trail; staff will present a Trauma Services removal estimate to the Select Board on August 24 and work to create a town ordinance on camping.
Vermont Tennis and Recreation begins pickleball court work at Roy Park the week of August 24. GHS student parking at Barnard Park sits at capacity with a wait list of 25 as of August 19.
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Source: the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting of August 19, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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