Council approves synthetic turf installation at Taylor Regional Park for two infields

Taylor City Council on Nov. 8, 2025, approved a contract with Ryan Sanders Sports Turf for synthetic turf installation on two infields at Taylor Regional Park (TRP). Staff said the turf will reduce rainouts and allow more reliable tournament scheduling and increased usage.

Staff described drainage limitations at TRP that have caused cancellations when the plaza and infield areas fill with water and must drain across playing surfaces. The scope covers the two infields (softball and baseball championship fields), retains the grass outfields and installs a perimeter mow strip; geotechnical testing and base stabilization are included. Ryan Sanders Sports Turf presented past projects and local references; staff said the company’s bid fit within the project budget.

Council approved the contract and authorized the city manager to execute the documents. Staff said the schedule is tight; staff and the vendor will aim to complete work between December and early February to allow the complex to host tournaments in the next season with reduced weather-related cancellations.