Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Highland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in parks rec with high priority
Trail and park maintenance funding
Council Member Rice pressed for real maintenance — gravel, barriers, rock — rather than just weed cutting, and council members offered their discretionary funds. The council leaned toward a mid-year budget adjustment and a small volunteer pilot project this summer.
Adult baseball leagues hitting balls into neighboring homes
Adult league players using metal bats have hit home runs over the Family Park fence into neighbors' yards, including Paul Adams' property. The council directed staff to stop scheduling adult leagues on the field and revisit taller netting if problems continue.