Title
Adopt a Resolution Appropriating Funding for Washington Manor Park Pool Renovation, Project No. 2023.3400 (provides funding for annual maintenance and repairs to the Family Aquatic Center pool, deck, and play equipment)
Staffreport
COUNCIL PRIORITY
* Infrastructure
SUMMARY
This action will provide funding for ongoing annual maintenance and renovation of existing facilities.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends appropriation of funds for maintenance and renovation of the Washington Manor Park Pool (Family Aquatic Center).
BACKGROUND
The Family Aquatic Center opened to the public in 2006. The pool is overdue for resurfacing, the play structure in the pool is at the end of its life, the water slide and tower are due for renovation, the original splash pad no longer functions, and the pool deck has been etched by chlorine from the pool water and needs to be replaced.
Additionally, the Public Works Department reports that ongoing maintenance of the facility costs $350,000/year on average.
In the summer of 2022, the facility was closed due to the rough condition of the pool surfacing, and it remains closed for the 2023 season. Prior to closure this facility was popular and often had a line of patrons waiting to enter.
In May 2023, $1,000,000 of funding was appropriated for a renovation project though a mid-year budget adjustment. $5,200,000 is currently appropriated for construction of a new competition pool at the site; however, the total project cost is estimated at $10,000,000 and the work is on hold.
Analysis
Staff recommends that the project replace the pool surface, damaged portions of the deck, and in water play structure as well as renovate the water slide. Further, staff recommends replacing the splash play with a concrete deck and seating. The water system for the existing splash play area is inoperable and the system doesn't meet current best practices for sanitation. An upgrade to the water system requires significant work and cost....
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