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Committee discusses J.R. Smith Park financing and splash pad vs. pool trade‑offs
Summary
Council members and staff discussed a proposed $2.5 million financing plan for J. R. Smith Park and debated amenities, with some council members favoring a splash pad and others noting a community pool would be far more expensive and likely require a separate levy or joint recreation district funding.
Sunbury City council members discussed plans and financing for J. R. Smith Park as part of the 2026 capital draft, including a proposed loan/financing package and the choice of amenities.
Staff identified a $2.5 million loan amount for J. R. Smith Park in the draft capital list; staff said the project will use a combination of financing and on‑hand funds plus a grant awarded from ODNR (as referenced in the packet). Council members debated park features: one…
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