2012 Park Proposals: thumbs up on three; thumbs down on three

Calling the floodway along Rapid Creek “sacred ground,” Friends of Rapid City Parks is on record again in opposition to construction of additional buildings in the park, specifically a proposed field house to be erected between the swim center and ice arena. According to FRCP board president Steve McCarthy, “Regrettably, the proposal to construct the Roosevelt Park Field House begs … Read More

Speak up for Rapid City Parks

You can make a difference in how your tax dollars are spent in our city parks. Citizen comments on proposals to spend 2012 Vision funds are encouraged, as is your attendance at public meetings. Click here to fill out a comment form. Or see a schedule of public meetings. Read more about how Friends of Rapid City Parks views these … Read More

2012 Projects Include Parks Topics

Proposals from citizens and city departments that affect Rapid City parks are on the list of ideas for using 2012 Vision Funds. Ideas range from new, small neighborhood parks to ambitious proposals. Friends of Rapid City Parks will be commenting on the various proposals at hearings that begin this week. The first proposal up for discussion is implementation of a … Read More

Schedule of Public Meetings on 2012 Proposals

Vision 2012: Phase Four Subcommittee Public Hearing Schedule All hearings will be held at The Dahl 713 7th Street Rapid City, SD Economic Development Chairperson: Gary Drewes Wednesday, May 26, 2010 – 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  (Skyline Wilderness Park) Thursday, May 27, 2010 – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Main Street Square) (Public comment will be taken at both … Read More