Parks Commission directs DPW to seek earlier opening for two parks
Parks Commission · Meeting of May 4, 2026
BELLINGHAM — Parks Commission welcomes soccer organization field inquiry, plans park opening review. Bellingham Soccer Association President Andrew Azzinaro and Vice President Brendan Glynn sought use of North Field as a home base, citing strong participation growth and off-season expansion. Commission Member Doug Martin noted recent irrigation repairs and field fertilization; Director Jesse Riedle will investigate power and water access.
The commission suggested the soccer association submit a one-year permit application. Director Riedle agreed to propose an earlier opening than June 1 for Silver Lake and Arcand Park. Commission Member Doug Martin recommended establishing the second Saturday of April as a standard opening date.
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Source: the Parks Commission meeting of May 4, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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