The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is beginning the demolition of the existing wading pool at Hi-View Park on Wednesday, August 5.
The new equipment will be installed in the same location as the existing wading pool, although the shape of the pool and deck will change slightly. The new pool will be a 30’ x 50’ rectangular shape, with a zero entry edge at one end, and will gradually reach a 2’ depth. The zero depth ramped entrance provides a place for people using wheelchairs to enter the pool and also allows younger children to enter the pool gradually. The existing turtle can no longer be used as a pool feature, but will be moved to the playground. The new pool will have small bubblers and a small turtle waterslide.
Concepts for the wading pool, and upcoming playground improvements, were developed with public input provided through intercept surveys at community events and classes, community meetings and an online survey. The Columbia Park Neighborhood Association helped publicize information about the playground and wading pool improvements and the opportunities for input.
The playground will be closed for construction after September 7 for about 6–8 weeks.
Construction of the pool will last through Fall, with the pool reopening for Summer 2016. During construction, first the playground, followed by the pool and some adjacent park areas, will be fenced off and closed. For your safety, please pay attention to signage and stay away from work areas and construction vehicles.
The playground and wading pool are funded with $150,000 and $500,000 from the MPRB Neighborhood Park Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
Contact
Kate Lamers
Project Manager
Phone: 612-230-6486
Email: klamers@minneapolisparks.org