What: Whether to keep renting out the Park Board's trailer-mounted mobile stage, bought in 2001 for $88,000, which needs frequent repairs. Staff charge a $200 setup fee and $400 a day.
Where it stands: On 2026-09-11 the Board's consensus was not to buy a replacement of about $200,000, and to discuss what to do with the current stage. Surplus sale or donation to a partner group were raised. A smaller, basic stage costing $350 a day remains available. About three rentals remain, ending with the Christmas parade.
Next: Staff may draft a surplus or donation resolution; fees and charges are to be checked against market rates.
On 2026-09-11 the Board's consensus was not to buy a replacement of about $200,000, and to discuss what to do with the current stage. Surplus sale or donation to a partner group were raised. A smaller, basic stage costing $350 a day remains available. About three rentals remain, ending with the Christmas parade. Video: https://cityview.springfieldmo.gov/park-board-season-3/videos/park-board-meeting-september-11-2026