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is addressed. He has incurred approximately $5,000 in expenses (Le. bonding, pre-engineered shop drawings, etc.) that may have to be paid. We can go ahead and replace the roof if desired, for use by the new pool patrons. If the roof is not installed, the restrooms could be used as "open air" restrooms (as is Northwest Pool restrooms), and there would be a net savings of $65,000 that could be used toward the replacement pool itself. Options We have several options to review, as follows: 1. Repair the existing pool and take our chances on it continuing to operate over the next several years. Cost +/- $200,000. 2. Demolish and replace the existing pool and continue to operate it as we have in the past. Cost +/- $350,000. 3. Demolish and replace the existing pool with a zero depth pool with toys (like San Jacinto Pool). Cost +/- $500,000. 4. Build the bathhouse roof as awarded. Cost $70,000. Or, use the money for a pool option, $65,000. 5. Demolish the pool onsite by breaking up the concrete shell, leaving it in place, and filling in the hole with soil. Then install a spray park (similar but larger than the spray pad at San Jacinto Pool) at Brookglen Park on the area adjacent to the existing pool site. Cost +/- $200,000. Staff Recommendation Staff is recommending the demolition of the existing pool, filling and compacting the site; and adding a spray ground amenity to Brookglen Park. There are several reasons why we believe this is the most viable decision. . The spray ground will offer a new recreation experience for the neighborhood. The variety of toys available will appeal to a wide range of children, from toddlers to early teens. There will still be ample shade for parents to socialize and observe the activities. . A spray ground does not require water recirculation. It uses water directly from the City's water supply, so there are no expensive pumps, chemicals, and best of all, it does not require staffing. The water is activated by an electronic switch and automatically shuts off during periods of inactivity, so there is no wasted water. . Staff estimates an operating savings of approximately $28,000 each year, over the operation of the conventional pool at Brookglen ($10,000 vs. $38,642 annually, see attached summary report for the 2009 swim season). . Another huge advantage is, since the spray ground does not require lifeguards, there would be no charge for its use. Anyone in the neighborhood could use it free during the periods of operation. Plus, because we would not be bound by lifeguard schedules, the spray ground could open as early as April 15th and close around October 1st, thereby essentially doubling the water play season at l/sth the cost of a conventional pool.