Residents question splash pad costs and pay-per-use model amid tax increase concerns

During the public portion a parent raised concerns about the splash pad's operating model and user fees. The parent asked whether the splash pad is a closed-circuit recycled-water system and questioned a pay-per-use charge (examples cited: $3–$5 per visit), asking whether the splash pad justified tax increases. "If my taxes are going up, and then the justification for the splash pad was that it was not to increase the taxes... But why wasn't this made to be a closed circuit water system?" the parent asked.

Council members said the splash pad was the subject of prior committee discussion and that staff will examine operational options. Officials noted they believed the system was recyclable and that committee-level discussions will continue; council also said additional answers and committee reports are expected before next meeting.