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Council debates but does not authorize RFP for Wave Water Park; council endorses community engagement and recent $3.5M upgrades
Summary
Council members and staff discussed operating subsidy, deferred capital needs and possible private-operator proposals for the Wave Water Park; council did not reach consensus to issue an RFP and asked staff to pursue community engagement and continued evaluation.
The Vista City Council debated the future management and funding of the Wave Water Park on Sept. 9 but did not authorize a request for proposals (RFP) for private operation. Council members heard staff reports on recent and planned capital investments, operating subsidies and attendance, and members of the public and council suggested forming community advisory groups to explore options.
Staff and finance context Finance staff and the parks director reported the city had previously budgeted an allowable subsidy of about $400,000 in pre-COVID years but that subsidies rose after the pandemic. Angela (staff) said the city has provided subsidy support since the pool’s opening and that recent seasons required larger subsidies that have decreased over time. Staff noted…
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