Decatur County panel hears $2 million request to keep proposed aquatic center project moving
Project proponents outlined a $4.0–4.5 million plan for a new Allen Memorial Aquatic Center and said fundraising and matches total about $2.5 million so far, leaving an approximate $2 million shortfall; they asked the council to authorize up to $2 million to continue the project while private fundraising continues.
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Rick Nobby presented detailed plans for a proposed Allen Memorial Aquatic Center, saying the total project cost is estimated at $4.0–4.5 million and that the county has budgeted $4.5 million to cover potential overruns. Nobby described features including four flume slides, a family slide, a 30-by-30 splash pad, an ADA-compliant zero entry and a UV sterilization system intended to improve water quality.
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