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Brownsburg Presents Aquatic Center Design<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Overhead Site View<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nov 2nd, 2023  – <\/strong>The Brownsburg Town Council hosted a public input meeting where they presented the updated 18 mil dollar an indoor\/outdoor Aquatic Center design to the public. A short presentation was given by Parks Director Amber Lane, followed by public comments. Next break out sessions were held to allow informal discussions, question and answers with members of town council and Brownsburg Parks Staff. Town employee’s captured the questions and answers for future use. <\/p>\n

The third and final public input meeting is scheduled for November 14th, 2023.  <\/p>\n

Background –<\/strong>– The aquatic center to be located at Lincolnwood Park<\/a><\/span> featuring an indoor and outdoor pool. The nearly 24,000 sq. ft. facility may have a multi-purpose pool, a recreational pool, a lazy river, slides, and zero-depth entry. The facility may also house three multi-use rooms and concessions.<\/p>\n

The goal is to construct a modern public pool facility where families and people of all ages and physical abilities can gather to enjoy swimming, recreation, and outdoor water activities in a safe and friendly environment.<\/p>\n

Why an Aquatic Center?<\/strong> – Public input regarding the indoor\/outdoor aquatic center has been collected over the years, most recently through the Brownsburg Parks Strategic Master Planning Process. In 2017, a statistically valid community needs survey found that Brownsburg residents desire an outdoor swimming pool as their second most sought-after amenity.<\/p>\n

How will the Aquatic Center be funded?<\/strong> – No tax increase will be needed to fund the Aquatic Center.  The debt for the town center was recently retired.  Those monies will be directed to pay for the Aquatic Center’s construction.  This limits funding to 18 million dollars for the project. Using the facility will require a membership or fee. The town has yet to release estimates for ongoing operational expenses and cost recovery schedules.<\/p>\n

Let your voice be heard ! <\/strong> Scroll to the bottom of this article to leave your comments on the “Brownsburg Aquatic Center Comment Form” via Town of Brownsburg\u2019s website.  <\/p>\n

Architectural renderings, desired uses, aquatic center by the numbers, proposed construction and ongoing costs, and FAQ’s  follow: <\/p>\n

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Front Street View<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Overall site map<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Main Level Pan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Upper Level Site Plan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Additional<\/b> Views of the Aquatic Center<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Click on the pictures above for a full size image carrousel. <\/p>\n

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Aquatic Center potential uses:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The design bid outlined the following uses for the facility.
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\nIndoor<\/strong>
\nOpen Swim \/ Lap Swim
\nLearn to Swim for various skills and age groups
\nAdult Swim Classes
\nAquatic Exercise
\nAquatic Therapy
\nLife Guard Classes
\nPrivate Lessons and\/or Rentals
\nRoom Rentals<\/p>\n

Outdoor<\/strong>
\nLazy River Feature
\nTwo Drop Slides
\nLearn to Swim for various skills and age groups<\/p>\n

Maximum Construction Costs $18 mil dollars <\/b><\/p>\n

Ongoing Operational Expenses<\/b>
\nUsing the facility will require a membership or fee. Membership is driven by projected aquatic center uses and activities. Expenses result in the delivery of these programs and operation of the facility. These numbers in turn are used to estimate ongoing operational expenses and cost recovery schedules.  To date, the town has not publicized an operational budget for the center. <\/p>\n

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The Aquatic Center By The Numbers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The18 million dollar nearly 24,000 square foot two level indoor aquatic center is comprised of:<\/p>\n

Core Design: Indoor
\n<\/strong>23,700 Square Feet
\nZero Depth Entry Pool
\nPlay Features
\nMulti-Purpose Pool
\nIndoor Activity Pool 1,835 sq. ft. up to 3′ 6″ deep
\nLap Pool (3 lanes 7′-6″ x25 yards) 1690 sq. ft. up to 6′ 6″ deep
\n14 changing rooms
\nPublic Locker area<\/p>\n

Indoor Multi-Use Areas:<\/strong>
\nConcessions
\n3 Multi-Use (Party Rental and\/or Sub-dividable) rooms
\nLobby\/Social Lounge
\nObservation Mezzanine <\/p>\n

Indoor Support Areas:<\/strong>
\nCustomer Service \/ Admissions Area \/ Maintenance \/
\nMechanical \/ Electrical
\nPool Manager \/ First Aid Station
\nGuard Office
\nRestrooms <\/p>\n

Core Design: Outdoor
\n<\/strong>25,227 Square Feet
\nZero Depth Entry Pool
\nPlay Features
\n2 Body Flume Slides with runouts (20′ – 24′ H).
\nActivity Pool 4100 sq. ft.
\nLazy River 2,785 sq. ft.<\/p>\n

Decks <\/strong>
\nPool Areas 13,485 sq. ft.
\nSlides Areas 2,171 sq. ft.
\nConcession Areas 2,686 sq. ft. <\/p>\n

Outdoor Multi-Use Areas:<\/strong>
\nOutdoor Concession Areas
\nOutside Terrace and Overlook 
\nCabana \/ Shaded Areas
\nOutdoor Lockers<\/p>\n

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The Aquatic Center Estimated Costs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

 Construction Costs \"\"<\/h2>\n

Overages<\/strong> — At the November 2nd meeting, people asked what would happen if the construction bids came in over the 18 million dollar budget.  Shawn Pabst assistant town manger answered by saying they would treat this as any other municipal project.  The bid package would include a “cut sheet” of items to be removed from the bid to bring the project’s costs within budgetary constraints. <\/h5>\n

Operational Costs<\/h2>\n

The town has yet to release estimated ongoing operational expenses and cost recovery schedules.<\/h5>\n

How will the Aquatic Center be funded?<\/strong> \u2013 No tax increase will be needed to fund the Aquatic Center.  The debt for the town center was recently retired.  Those monies will be directed to pay for the Aquatic Center\u2019s construction.  This limits funding to 18 million dollars for the project. Using the facility will require a membership or fee. The town has yet to release estimated ongoing operational expenses and cost recovery schedules.<\/p>\n

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Aquatic Center Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Running FAQ logs are maintained by the town,  found via the links below:<\/b><\/h5>\n

FAQ General Questions >> Click Here <<<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

FAQ Design Questions >> Click Here <<<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

FAQ Operations Questions >> Click Here <<<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Aquatic Center Webpage<\/span> >> Click Here <<<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Other Aquatic Center Materials<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Public Input Meetings<\/h3>\n

October 19, 6 PM<\/p>\n