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Tam O’Shanter Getting Better Every Day

25 Sep 2019 Admin

The improvements at Tam O’Shanter Park have brought new life to the centerpiece of the Kelso park system, and were funded mostly with grants. David and other staff worked with the area’s state legislators to obtain grant funding from the State of Washington to help create additional parking, repave neglected surfaces, and improve the park’s circulation during large events like the Highlander Festival.

David especially had a hand in getting the front parking lot repaved this year. Staff had recommended moving that portion of the project back into a later period. David argued that repairing the interior of the park but having a failed lot at the entrance was nonsensical, and convinced the council to include the entry lot in the first project phase.

David Reminds Council to Follow Plan

15 May 2015 Admin

In April 2015, the city was presented with two proposals for use of funds that are required to help with housing of the low income in the community.  While both projects had merit, David reminded the council that neither met the council’s stated goals of increasing home ownership and quality of owner-occupied homes in Kelso. Ultimately, the majority of the council agreed and decided to hold the funds over for a year, with the hope that someone will come up with a proposal that achieves council goals.