Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Hyde Park public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in parks rec
Hackett Hill Pool Renovation Project
The board was asked to accept a state parks grant to restore the Hackett Hill Park bathhouse — good news for pool-goers if accepted.
Pickleball Court Vandalism at Dinsmore Park
Roughly $50,000 in vandalism — including damage to the pickleball court — has hit town parks, with suspects fleeing on e-bikes that police aren't allowed to chase. The board approved infrared security cameras, funded in part by grants, to catch vandals and deter drug activity.
Hackett Hill Park Pool Rehabilitation Contract Default
The town had to replace its pool contractor after the winning bidder failed to provide necessary insurance and bonds. Officials rushed the vote to ensure construction can begin on schedule after the pool closes in August.
Beck Park Playground Grant Application
The town is applying for a state grant to build new playgrounds at Beck Park, which will require a 20% local funding match.
Hackett Hill Park New Guinea Settlement Preservation
The town is collaborating with historians, archaeologists, and state agencies to preserve and interpret the historic 19th-century New Guinea black settlement site at Hackett Hill Park, focusing on trail improvements and educational signage.
Dinsmore Park CDBG Grant Application
Hyde Park is applying for county grant funds to build a new pickleball court, fix existing ones, and add an ADA-compliant walkway at Dinsmore Park.