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Council approves Centennial Park Phase 2 splash pad with reclaimed water and no lifeguards
Summary
Council approved plans for an 8,000‑square‑foot splash pad and support building at Centennial Park (resolution 2026‑24). Staff said the feature will use reclaimed, UV‑treated water and be designed for unguarded, family use during park hours.
Council reviewed Phase 2 of Centennial Park on March 10, including design renderings and a layout for a splash pad, support building with restrooms and mechanical space, and connecting sidewalks. Josiah, the city's engineer presenting the plans, showed renderings and explained amenities and finish materials.
Josiah said the splash pad surface is approximately "8,000 square feet of colored, pavement for that splash pad area," including softer landing zones around play features and an ankle‑deep tide/wading pool intended for very young children. Staff said the feature will use reclaimed water with a secondary UV disinfection system, allowing treated water to be reused. The design anticipates no lifeguards and operations during park hours only; staff also explained accessible restroom/changing options in the support building.
After council discussion about concessions, staffing and control options for running features, the council voted 5–0 to adopt resolution 2026‑24 confirming plans, specifications and engineer's estimate of cost for Centennial Park Phase 2.
