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Parks and recreation budget focuses on aquatic center fundraising, deferred maintenance and phased work at Chaco's Park
Summary
Parks & Recreation asked trustees to support continued work on the new aquatic center fundraising and recommended phased investment in Chaco’s Park while funding several maintenance projects, Giannetti Park bathroom replacement and cemetery/weed management work.
Carbondale’s Parks and Recreation Department presented a 2026 budget and work plan that centers on completing the aquatic center fundraising push, addressing deferred maintenance across town parks, and advancing a phased approach to Chaco’s Park design and infrastructure.
Robin (programs and recreation manager) and Eric (Parks & Rec staff lead) briefed trustees. Robin reported the aquatic center campaign has raised $2,006,989.76 to date against a $2.5 million public fundraising goal and said staff will continue a final campaign push and pursue remaining grant opportunities. Trustees and staff emphasized the importance of confirming operating costs for the new pool before committing…
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