As a continuation of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, the Parks and Recreation Department has launched a study to develop an Aquatics Master Plan, long-term strategies for aquatic services and facilities for the Richardson community. At Monday’s City Council work session, Parks staff gave an overview of the study and its timeline.
A consultant team from noted engineering/aquatic facilities planning companies Kimley Horn and Counsilman-Hunsaker will lead the study, which will consist of four phases:
- Discovery
- Conceptual Designs
- Operational Planning
- Prioritization
Initial activities within the Discovery phase will include understanding existing aquatic offerings and geography and looking at data such as demographics, population distributions and projected growth. It will also include public engagement, which will begin in May and include an online survey, interviews with stakeholder groups such as swim teams and existing facility users, and in-person public meetings.
A final report is expected in October.
Monday’s presentation: Click here
