Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Rodney Ellis, Commissioner Precinct One
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Request for approval of three (3) positions effective February 21, 2026, for the Parks subdivision in the Development and Infrastructure Division.
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Background and Discussion:
Caretaker II Positions
These positions are being added to meet daily maintenance demands at the following locations.
Deussen Park - Adding 1 FTE:
This 300+ Acre High-Use Regional Park Currently Lacks Sufficient Staffing To Meet Daily Maintenance Demands. The Additional Caretaker Will Support Routine Grounds Upkeep, Restroom Sanitation, Pavilion Cleaning, And Lakefront Maintenance, Helping Ensure The Park Remains Safe And Clean For The Public.
Sheldon Park - Adding 1 FTE (Currently Staffed With 1 FTE):
Due To Its Size And Increasing Visitor Activity, A Single Caretaker Is Not Adequate To Maintain The Facility's Restrooms, Green Spaces, And Play Areas, Which Host Baseball, Football, And Softball Games And Tournaments. A Second Caretaker Is Necessary To Support Operations And Allow For Timely Response To Maintenance Needs. Acreage: 14.9 Hours Of Operation Monday - Sunday 2 - 10 Pm Including Holidays.
Adair Park / Sims Park - Adding 1 FTE To Support Both Adair And Hill At Sims Park (Currently Staffed With 4 FTE):
Adair Park Currently Requires Consistent Upkeep Of Its Rental Pavilions, BBQ Smoke House, Playgrounds, And O...
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