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Item 1.G.
 
City Council Regular
Date: 08/11/2025
Title: Skyline Shade Structure - Donation Acceptance
Presented by: Brad Wright
Department: Parks/Rec/Public Lands
Presentation: No
Legal Review: Not Applicable
Project Number: N/A

RECOMMENDATION

PRPL seeks Council consent to accept and utilize in-kind/cash donation of $37,869.00 from Partners for Parks (P4P). The in-kind/cash donation will be used to construct two (2) timber-framed shade structures on Skyline Trail on top of the rims.

BACKGROUND (Consistency with Adopted Plans and Policies, if applicable)

P4P was awarded a matching grant from the Parks Matching Grant Program in 2023. P4P is contributing $37,869 and the Matching Grant Program (PRPL) will be contributing $34,110 for a total project budget of $71,979.  

STAKEHOLDERS

City of Billings
PRPL
Residents and Skyline Trail users

ALTERNATIVES

City Council may:
  • Approve; or,
  • Not Approve

FISCAL EFFECTS

Although the cost of the construction is covered through donation and matching funds the PRPL does expect to see a minimal increase in cost over time for maintenance. Well-maintained structures should exceed the normal 20 year life expectancy of the structures.  PRPL does not expect to hire any FTEs. Any work needed will be handled by current PRPL staff.

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