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Lake Havasu City awarded nearly $970,000 SLIF grant for Rotary Park ADA improvements
Summary
Lake Havasu City will use a State Lake Improvement Fund grant to expand ADA access at Rotary Park, grants staff told the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on Feb. 24.
Lake Havasu City will use a State Lake Improvement Fund grant to expand Americans with Disabilities Act access at Rotary Park, grants staff told the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on Feb. 24.
Vadgette, the city—9s grants manager, said the city was awarded $969,750 through Arizona State Parks and Trails under the State Lake Improvement Fund (SLIF) and that the award covers about 93 percent of the project—9s estimated cost of just over $1 million. "Lake Havasu City actually had the highest scoring grant application of all the submittals," Vadgette said, adding that the board that approved the award acted unanimously.
Why it matters: the project is intended to expand beach and park access for people with disabilities by adding accessible restrooms, widened sidewalks, roll-out walkway mats (MobiMats) to cross sand, shaded seating, a widened swim line and new handicap parking; the work will change circulation and some parking at the Rotary Park beach area.
Project scope outlined to the board includes removal and replacement of the existing deteriorated parking area; new sewer and potable water connections for accessible restrooms; 3-point entry sidewalks; beachside showers; installation of MobiMats to permit wheelchair access across sand; expanded ADA swim area and replacement of swim buoys; new shade canopies, picnic tables and benches; and improved striping and accessible parking stalls.
Vadgette described the project area as the western/dirt lot portion of Rotary Park, behind the curb and near the playgrounds. She told the board that some median islands may be retained because they contain memorial trees and tree locations will influence final lot design. The presentation included site photos and conceptual plan views.
Asked about timing, Vadgette said the grant had already cleared the state board and was undergoing state reviews for cultural and environmental compliance. "They're estimating that we can start in, approximately a month and a half," she said.
Vadgette emphasized the work is phase 1 and said the city intends to seek additional funding for future phases. Board members congratulated grants staff on a successful application and noted SLIF is an important funding source for lake communities.
Ending: The board heard the presentation and did not take formal action on the project; the grants manager will return with design and scheduling details as the project advances.
