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Buffaloe Road Aquatics Center

This project is being led by: Parks and Recreation

Project Team

Szostak Design Inc., Architect
Counsilman-Hunsaker and Associates, Pool Designer
The Resolute Building Company, Contractor

Current Activity

Citizen Advisory Council (CAC) District: Northeast

Construction of the Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center is near completion. The facility is expected to open summer 2012.

Status

Completed

History and Background

In 2007, the City commissioned a comprehensive study to assess current and future needs for aquatic facilities and to recommend an implementation strategy. The Aquatic Facilities Study was published in January 2008.

As a result of that study, City Council then authorized an amendment for the Buffaloe Road Athletic Park master plan to include a new regional aquatic facility at the park. Funding for the project was included in the Parks and Recreation Bond Referendum approved by voters in October 2007.

Project Scope

Development of a 6,000 SF recreational leisure pool, including a giant water slide, vortex, lazy river, lap lanes, zero depth entry, tot-sized play features, volleyball net, basketball hoops, and concession.

The new facility will be registered under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program and will have solar-heated domestic hot water, a green (vegetated) roof, bioswales to handle parking lot runoff, and LED parking lot lights.