Carson City Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting - April 7, 2026

The Parks and Recreation Commission met on April 7, 2026, at 1:30 PM. Key topics included a record-breaking annual report from Duncan Golf Management at Eagle Valley, a unanimous vote to recommend naming a multi-use path after local legend Glenn Lucky (as "Glenn Lucky Pathway"), an extensive trails program update, the director's report covering budget and projects, and public comments on signage and tree care.

Consent Calendar

• Meeting minutes were approved unanimously with a correction noted by the chair.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Denny French (Carson City resident) asked about postings and advisories for public signage at artificial turf locations, noting that Scott Reese would provide a response. He also distributed additional examples to the commission.
• Denny French (closing public comment) expressed concern about the urban tree canopy, the need for a dedicated city arborist, and improper staking of trees at the MAC. He also urged the commission to consider his papers on signage.

Discussion Items

• Presentation by Duncan Golf Management at Eagle Valley (Scott Wikowski, Duncan Golf Management): The 2025 year was described as record-breaking in nearly every category, including paid rounds, annual green fee revenue, driving range revenue, total rounds (76,000 rounds played), 50 Mile Club sales, merchandise gross sales, annual membership sales, gross revenue, and food and beverage revenue. A key point is that green fees and membership dues have not been raised since Duncan Golf took over in 2017. New programs in 2025 included a free junior golf membership for those 17 and under (limited to 100 memberships, achieving 92 memberships and 149 children participating), and the continuation of Frisky Fridays, Fourth of July events, and Senior Tuesdays. Gross revenue reached $3 million in 2025, up from $1.1 million before the takeover. Commissioners and staff praised the management for course conditions, community partnership (including Fourth of July fireworks, high school team access, and charity donations), and the junior program.
• Naming of Route 395 Multi-Use Path (Greg Berger, Trails Coordinator): A proposal to recommend to the Board of Supervisors naming the multi-use path between Stewart Street Roundabout and Old Clear Creek Road after Glenn Lucky. The name preferred by Mr. Lucky is "Glenn Lucky Pathway" (spelled G-L-E-N-N). The commission unanimously voted to recommend that name. Mr. Lucky was described as a local legend who has ridden his adaptive tricycle for decades, including a 3,600-mile ride to the White House in 1988. The commission noted that signage would be added at both ends of the path and a ribbon-cutting ceremony would be held.
• Trails Coordinator Report (Greg Berger): A comprehensive update on 2025 trails projects, including: Prison Hill improvements ($2.4 million SNPLMA project with a new ADA-accessible trailhead at Koons Lane, a 2.5-mile accessible trail, and rehabilitation of the Coons parcel); Carson River Trail rebranding and accessibility upgrades; a 2.3 million SNEP grant for Riverview Trailhead (plans to 100% by June, bid in summer); Mexican Dam Portage project (new bridge and non-motorized boat ramp); Seahill trail repairs (by MAC Construction) and new single-track trail planning; Ash Canyon trailhead planning (bid in fall 2027); Centennial Regional Trails Project (phase 1 connecting Centennial Park to Goni Road, NEPA complete, ready for quotes); and the Capitol to Canada Quest (two hikers completed the trail from the Capitol steps to Canada in about three months each, generating over 120 news stories). Commissioner input included a request for signage to discourage trail cutting at Lincoln Bypass and discussion of an e-bike working group.

Key Outcomes

• Approved (unanimous): Motion to recommend to the Board of Supervisors naming the Route 395 multi-use path the "Glenn Lucky Pathway" (or "Lucky's Lane") – formally decided as "Glenn Lucky Pathway". All commissioners in favor.
• Adopted: Meeting minutes approved with corrections.
• Future Items: A future agenda item on urban tree care and maintenance was requested.
• Volunteer Opportunities: The commission sought volunteers for a sports exclusion appeals committee (for adult sports) and for an e-bike working group. Staff also noted a municipal code update working group that will invite a commissioner.
• Budget Update: The director presented recommended capital improvement and supplemental budget items for Board of Supervisors consideration on April 17, 2026 (or 16th). Notable items include: completion of the community center roof, update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan (half general fund/half Quality of Life), a new playground at Governors Field, reclassification of volunteer coordinator to community outreach coordinator, funding for a second bus for summer youth field trips, and creation of a citywide mosquito control program.
• Project Updates: Centennial fields construction (delayed by rain, completion by end of May); two permanent restrooms at Mills Park (by end of June); Mills Park $14.9 million grant notice of award; Pete Livermore ADA upgrades complete; Carson City pool undergoing filter and camera upgrades; federal lands bill passed Senate committee for energy and natural resources.
• School Board Liaison Update: Girls wrestling recognized as a sponsored sport; academic calendar approved with early release Tuesdays (one hour for elementary, longer for others); new school board member Tina Statuki appointed; ongoing budget challenges due to declining enrollment since approximately 1998.
• Foundation Update: Upcoming events: Dinks and Drinks pickleball tournament (April 11), Capital City Spring Fling Disc Golf Tournament (May 3), Seahill Flag Restoration work days.