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Nye County approves Simpkins Park splash pad award after public debate on location and costs

Nye County Board of Commissioners · July 1, 2025
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Summary

After extended public comment over site suitability and long‑term water and maintenance costs, commissioners approved a $299,349.32 award to Great Western Installations for the Simpkins Park splash pad, funded by town capital and grant sources.

The Nye County Board of Commissioners on July 1 approved awarding the Simpkins Park splash pad bid to Great Western Installations Inc. for $299,349.32, using Town of Pahrump capital (fund 25401) and available grant funds.

Several dozen public commenters urged reconsideration of the Simpkins Park site, raising concerns about limited parking, lack of shade and restroom facilities, water management and evaporation, vandalism…

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