Parks update: splash pad failure, fireworks receipts, and budgeting for next year

Jul 9, 2025

Parks & cemetery staff reported a controller/fuse failure at the splash pad being diagnosed and budget requests for repairs next year; staff also reported roughly $9,000 in donations tied to this year's fireworks and an $18,000 fund balance.

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The parks and cemetery report noted routine mowing and a recent equipment failure at the splash pad that staff traced to a stuck valve and blown fuse. Parks staff said they are working with vendors and budgeting for future repairs. "We did a conference call with Waterplay… another controller valve… blew it," the parks speaker reported, explaining staff plan to include splash-pad repair funds in the next year's budget.

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