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The plan prioritizes maintenance and modest enhancements in phase 1 — including replastering the pool basin, rebuilding an obsolete gutter system and adding small play features and shade — at an estimated total cost of $2,250,000, including a 20% contingency. Phase 2 would replace the aging slides and stair towers; phase 3 would add larger attractions such as a lazy river and expanded play areas, with a phase-3 cost estimate of roughly $7,500,000.

Director (Parks Department) said the facility “is over 30 years old, and it's showing signs of wear and tear,” and explained the master plan grew from several neighborhood and public-input meetings and an online survey. He told the commission the city contracted a pool consultant to produce the concept and recommended phasing that addresses immediate needs first.

Why it matters: staff told commissioners that failing gutters and plaster could force a midseason shutdown if not addressed. The director said he would request $2.25 million in bond funding in the city’s 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to cover phase 1 needs, though the funding request was not made or approved at the meeting. The director said the pool’s mechanical-filter replacements and other short-term mechanical work are funded separately and are not duplicative of phase 1 work.

Details of phases and timing: phase 1 focuses on replastering and gutter replacement, upgraded seating and shade, small splash-play features, two basketball hoops and a short zip-line-style water entry. Phase 2 would fully replace the slide structures and stair towers; staff recommended deferring full slide replacement because a recently approved $75,000 repair package is expected to extend slide life about three to five years. Phase 3 would add higher‑cost attractions — a lazy river, inflatable trampoline, expanded interactive play, and new mechanical and restroom facilities — and would likely require separate mechanical systems, additional restrooms/showers, and significant new funding or fundraising.

Staff said phase 1 design would proceed after plan approval; a consultant would be hired to engineer the phase 1 work, with construction bid in the fall and typical fall construction timed to avoid interrupting the summer season. The director estimated a roughly one-year lag between securing funding and construction start for each major phase.

Commissioners’ response was broadly supportive. Alder Eck asked about overlapping work and was assured existing funded mechanical work would not be duplicated. Alder Croft, participating remotely, asked whether the 0-depth entry footprint would change; staff said the footprint would remain the same but would gain shade and a water-play table. Multiple commissioners praised the public-engagement process and the plan adjustments that reflected neighborhood input.

Next steps: the commission approved the master plan and phasing plan, enabling staff to proceed with engineering and to seek bond funding in the 2026 CIP for phase 1. The director emphasized that the vote was a recommendation to the Common Council; the council will consider funding and any bonding requests at future meetings.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Parks Committee 6-4-2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Green Bay Parks and Recreation Commission on a recommendation vote approved a staff-recommended master plan and three-phase phasing plan for Joanne's Aquatic Center, directing staff to pursue design and future funding for phase 1.","taxTitle","Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin","taxId",2853,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6213274,"Parks director says Green Bay faces shortfall of 19 lifeguards; certification class expected to fill gap",106,2200000,2306000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe&start=2200&end=2306","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe/thumbnail_2200000.jpg","/articles/6213274/Green-Bay/Brown-County/Wisconsin/Parks-director-says-Green-Bay-faces-shortfall-of-19-lifeguards-certification-class-expected-to-fill-gap","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6213274-d101c483d5ef655f5896ddb3165bf937/orig.mp4?Expires=1775872035&Signature=dnttS145K~TFYPR9w~bkLIDgPqYsQTwoQ4DmOrd0chgAw2Q3TYLCQ-YDcYBa4o4rI7s5NsrsWEAv-6AqAWItxdzXgnfWKAd64jeqOB7vWFSdJnlGu4VUYKMUFHNf0Bn2CR5p08JjlEyphzVJ09HJVValgt~Pg1Q~0w4lWrObXDqL6OiVXaU1xGpi8LdVgAHge7bpT-3sfRyK9pBx61PWBc~Aa-CtRjfq-2GMOFCtjjEjNYY-u1KMI6pqNhiUxbLQ2IHg4C~laAYkw1nL-BJ~NeMlbgrr0Uyc32PgfeHHhRf92N4ofB3jYSTbmogvw7FcmzUOhGndtQILPvdGA~grnw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","In the informational director’s report, the Parks Department reported it was short 19 lifeguards ahead of the summer opening, but that the department has a lifeguard certification class scheduled for June 9 with 20 people registered and expects to certify enough guards to meet demand.

Director (Parks Department) said the department is “fully staffed, for the most part” but acknowledged the shortfall of 19 lifeguards. He warned that the first opening weekend and the first days of the pool season could be challenging and that “there's a potential we may have to keep Joannie shut down or 1 of the pools shut down for lack of lifeguards,” although he said the shortfall should be temporary once the June 9 class is complete.

This report was provided to the commission as information; no formal action was taken. Commissioners asked about staffing and expressed support for recruitment efforts and training.","City parks staff reported a lifeguard shortfall of 19 personnel ahead of the pools opening weekend but said a June 9 certification class with 20 registrants should address most vacancies; there is a short-term risk that Joanne's Aquatic Center could remain closed or partially closed at first opening if staffing gaps persist.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6213279,"Commission accepts neighborhood donation for exercise equipment at Fireman's Park; ADA access and concrete footing questions remain",246,389000,635000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe&start=389&end=635","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe/thumbnail_389000.jpg","/articles/6213279/Green-Bay/Brown-County/Wisconsin/Commission-accepts-neighborhood-donation-for-exercise-equipment-at-Firemans-Park-ADA-access-and-concrete-footing-questions-remain","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6213279-27ccfce582728e372d4def0546756761/orig.mp4?Expires=1775872035&Signature=EwHuqH0~i1ZxzEJIRiLximt0TH87Vz2DJyOhM6Ff3NqSNZIO0lTmz0iUZxpJwt0c7QV8QGdJwiUPWcptqgOXfzFb0IOPDLTbusDBArZSwrgqRc-pAj2oNVqaMpumLHTmcwgLubFmmFS4riV6nSzH1p2D-uFGwwKEiruzQX3f2d4CEJBgG49r0Dd6dp6VtO~HJgIABUcCFEDXOoH4JswCyy6bbl-uCbNn8UuQQTPQtIUeH~atAx~y1tVHwjti0TJEFVXal5QEVU7tXp0VOFkjVIuH6P-qWlLm9meO0OaCyRnywoMQo3M4GhDR0aqJvFfl81pXX3qlr5Uf0z4Zo5yPvQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Green Bay Parks and Recreation Commission voted to accept a proposed donation of outdoor exercise equipment from the Fireman's Park Neighborhood Association for installation at Fireman's Park, while noting installation will require additional fundraising or contracting for concrete or asphalt access.

Director (Parks Department) said the neighborhood association provided a site plan and has about $13,500 set aside (described in the packet as either a donation or a mini grant) to purchase equipment. Staff said a walkway is required to meet ADA access standards; city crews could install equipment anchored in crushed gravel or bolt it to a concrete pad, but the city’s crews cannot perform concrete flatwork or asphalt paving, which would require contracting.

The neighborhood association has committed to fundraise the remainder needed for installation; staff said if the group falls short the city could discuss internal funding options. Once installed the equipment would become city property and maintained by the city; the association committed to assist with future repairs. A motion to accept the donation was approved by the commission and will be forwarded to the Common Council for final acceptance.","The commission approved acceptance of exercise equipment donated by the Fireman's Park Neighborhood Association to Fireman's Park. The association has about $13,500 set aside and expects to continue fundraising; staff said an ADA-access walkway is required and that city crews can install equipment on gravel but cannot pour concrete slabs.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6213284,"Commission accepts Optimist Club donation to replace two scoreboards at East River Optimist Park",105,282000,387000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe&start=282&end=387","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe/thumbnail_282000.jpg","/articles/6213284/Green-Bay/Brown-County/Wisconsin/Commission-accepts-Optimist-Club-donation-to-replace-two-scoreboards-at-East-River-Optimist-Park","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6213284-7cdd3b2a8a265503c748f6331246b026/orig.mp4?Expires=1775872035&Signature=UsrAxVN~QfwHDyGa6NziaDBjN0at6OCr5Yl6rAax4iul0vOs7N3laA8ZppYMBRqYPUrAQRavVazSPnfPK8Ark7QXtMrIywD-uISG3mhZ7jdA63HhbxdTqCQEXS2mc3MylP59TU7cHAiP0LUkH~onScvk~RZ5XnAP-lQnSeHktlRSFI9~Egr0w71bPlEyootCD4bopQYogRxnW1ZSwhxCVFu1WQIplHM0GY0m1WpL72ceaV1vmwITYATjd7qwX5zgqAc83O7zfTOvez9tgLdWjbWh3fV9oURrWXjcKt9ukLkI6GTh2Q8XKQBfJ9YBSzYPexx796HvjQp0c8MTdwqhEQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Green Bay Parks and Recreation Commission accepted a donation from the Green Bay Optimist Club to replace two aging scoreboards at East River Optimist Park.

Director (Parks Department) said the existing scoreboards are aging and the club offered to purchase larger replacements. Staff told commissioners that installation can use existing posts and electrical is already available, so installation costs should be minimal; park crews would perform the installation with possible electrical assistance from Public Works. The Optimist Club committed to help with repairs in the future, and staff recommended approval.

Alder (name not specified) moved approval and the measure passed unanimously. The commission recorded that the installed scoreboards would become city-owned and maintained after installation.","The commission approved acceptance of two scoreboards donated by the Green Bay Optimist Club for East River Optimist Park. Staff said the new boards can mount on existing posts and electrical is already in place; donors committed to assist with future repairs.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6213289,"Commission accepts donation for batting cages at Joanne's Baseball Stadium",193,91000,284000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe&start=91&end=284","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3676960-908557cdac5308c7969013854c39ebbe/thumbnail_91000.jpg","/articles/6213289/Green-Bay/Brown-County/Wisconsin/Commission-accepts-donation-for-batting-cages-at-Joannes-Baseball-Stadium","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6213289-47650b4f1461e14d4d165faaf0151588/orig.mp4?Expires=1775872035&Signature=AZLaplN1he-I8wSvk~vY3aaBHvqi2SL2b3dGLEooomBE~ff2r9kAuodwyNfFfhQSqNHXpeQ4qUlRvu8uIkW-Z3hD7XuIWXkclvnqzuCdwdDs~X7hvUdwY7q-kwupgHZhAJtHGsNcqHnu1Sz1dxZJSXg7E2jS8mnDIxoo22n11YLvjGdPNQL9xqGy-5NdErM0cQmg2P3KjMvhmlwAMd8-WqI8xCu5p0VmAy-nsnbUXqDLYCJ~6-TGrTsLcLW-uWaTK~KLjPYn-38LigVcsLHAaHuxnZVSeGnnCDuCScDXjrUO64yXEkFpJQxhdwNnpUvZUp7R8oJUQGB1N1ChCNJPJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Green Bay Parks and Recreation Commission voted to accept a donation from the Green Bay Blue Ribbons to purchase and install batting cages at Joanne's Baseball Stadium.

Director (Parks Department) told the commission the Blue Ribbons have about $21,000 available to buy materials for batting cages and requested the city accept the donation and have park crews install the cages. Staff said the model proposed is the same one installed at East River Optimist Park last year and that, after installation, the cages would become city-owned and maintained, with the donor group assisting with repairs if needed.

Commissioners asked about the proposed location and whether picnic tables would need to be moved. Staff said there should still be room for picnic tables and that tables could be sited under shade trees to avoid disturbance. Alder Eck moved approval; Alder Presley seconded. The motion passed with all in favor.

The commission noted the cages would be available to the Blue Ribbons and occasionally used for high‑school games. The vote to accept the donation was a recommendation to the Common Council, which will consider final approval at a subsequent meeting.","The commission approved acceptance of a Green Bay Blue Ribbons donation of materials (about $21,000) for batting cages at Joanne's Baseball Stadium; the city will install and assume maintenance ownership after installation.","actionData","errors"]

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