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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Manteca public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Skate Park Improvement Project funding
A $135,000 appropriation from park acquisition and improvement fees was slated for the Skate Park Improvement Project.
Community room rental insurance requirement
Two speakers argued the $4 million liability insurance requirement for small groups keeps residents from using the McFall Community Room; the mayor asked staff to review it.
Park Dedication Fees Overhaul
An ordinance was scheduled to replace the city's park acquisition and improvement fees with a new park dedication and in-lieu fee structure, which affects what developers pay for parks in new neighborhoods.
Recycled tire mulch safety at Shasta Park
A parent reported headaches from strong odor at the Shasta Park playground, which reportedly uses about 20,000 recycled tires, and asked for air and impact testing. The city says it is already reviewing the playground and will follow up.
60-acre Community Park and Stormwater Basin Acquisition
The city was set to consider buying roughly 60 acres from RAFF 2, LLC for a future community park and a stormwater basin. It would be one of the larger park acquisitions in recent years, paid from park impact fee funds.
Woodward Community Park Outdoor Fitness Court
Woodward Community Park is getting a major upgrade with a new outdoor fitness court funded in part by a $35,000 national grant and $500,000 in park fees. This project expands recreational amenities for health-conscious residents.
Potential community center and aquatic center
Multiple council members directed staff to explore funding — grants, updated fees, or Measure Q reserves — for a community center and aquatic center, including one on the south side of Highway 120 so kids don't have to cross the overpass. It's a study and funding exploration, not a commitment yet.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
First update since 2016 — a roadmap for a rec center, aquatics facility, pickleball, amphitheater and more, roughly $930M in needs through 2040. Adoption doesn't obligate spending; each project still needs its own design and funding.