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Palaca approves $484,421 splash pad after commissioners press for clearer scope, seating and maintenance plans
Summary
The City Commission approved a $484,421.25 contract to install a splash pad at Booker Park but commissioners and residents pressed staff for a full scope, shaded seating, accessible walkways and long-term maintenance estimates before vendor purchase orders are finalized.
The Palaca City Commission voted on March 26 to approve Resolution 2026-R54 authorizing the purchase and installation of a splash pad from Aqua Underground for $484,421.25, but the decision followed an extended debate over scope, site logistics and future costs.
Commissioners and residents said the budgeted figure had risen from earlier estimates and sought clarity about what the contract did — and did not — cover. Commissioner Davis urged the commission to avoid piecemeal work: “If we’re going to do it, we need to do it…
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