Tourism panel recommends $1.8 million overhaul of Strickland Park ball fields

SEDA vote set for March 23 on funding that would bring turf, LED lighting and facility upgrades to the complex

Chris Peters

Mar 18, 2026 - 6 min read

Carolyn Walstad, director of the Stillwater Area Sports Association, presents an aerial view of Strickland Park's four-field complex to the Tourism Advisory Committee during a March 10, 2026 special meeting. Walstad made the case for a $1.84 million renovation of the ball fields, citing years of rain-outs and lost tournament revenue. – Photo by Chris Peters

Tourism panel recommends $1.8 million overhaul of Strickland Park ball fields — Carolyn Walstad, director of the Stillwater Area Sports Association, presents an aerial view of Strickland Park's four-field complex to the Tourism Advisory Committee during a March 10, 2026 special meeting. Walstad made the case for a $1.84 million renovation of the ball fields, citing years of rain-outs and lost tournament revenue. – Photo by Chris Peters

Stillwater's Tourism Advisory Committee voted unanimously March 10 to recommend the Stillwater Economic Development Authority authorize nearly $1.84 million from the Visitor Amenities Fund to renovate Strickland Park Ballfields — installing infield turf, new fencing, LED field lighting, shade structures, dugout extensions, and overhauling the restroom and concession areas — with the goal of completing the work in time for fall league play if SEDA approves the expenditure at its March 23 meeting.

The funds would be transferred to a city project account, with any unused dollars returned to the Visitor Amenities Fund.

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