Chisholm Park pavilion rentals and takeovers
Summary
Police report groups taking over pavilions, trashing them, and overwhelming park staff — one permitted event for 150 drew about 350. Starting now: doubled deposits on all pavilion rentals citywide and a 3-month trial requiring reservations for groups of 10+ on weekends and holidays at Chisholm Park, with a report back in 90 days.
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Last discussed Jul 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Higher deposits offset city cleanup costs; police overtime for takeovers has been a hidden cost.
Park caretakers and police, plus families who find clean pavilions.
Families and grandparents who use pavilions spontaneously on weekends without a reservation.
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