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• Completion of new playground installations at Firemen’s Park and Dorrance Park • Advancement of design and planning for playground upgrades at Westgate Park, Harlem Road Park, and Carriage Park • Review of park amenity improvements including benches, bike racks, shade structures, and volleyball courts, with several improvements anticipated for implementation in 2026 Community Recreation Programs: • Continued support for a broad range of Recreation Department programs serving youth, families, and residents of all ages • Encouragement of stronger community participation and promotion of recreation programs and events • Ongoing engagement with residents through public comment and feedback regarding recreation opportunities and park amenities Veterans Park Pool Operations: • Review of attendance, operating costs, and fee structure for the Veterans Park Pool, which welcomed more than 11,000 visitors during the season • Recommendation to maintain free admission for West Seneca residents, with a nominal fee for non-residents, and continued free access for seniors, veterans, and active-duty military • Discussion of additional options such as multi-visit passes to improve convenience for residents and visitors Recreation Planning and Long-Range Vision: • Participation in discussions related to the Parks and Recreation Addendum to the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, which will guide future recreation investments and improvements • Consideration of long-term recreation initiatives including park connectivity, expanded programming opportunities, and evaluation of potential indoor recreation facilities Emerging Initiatives: The Commission also reviewed several potential recreation improvements and initiatives that may be considered in future planning, including: • Evaluation of Mill Road Park as a potential location for a town dog park Page 245 of 251