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Ad Astra Pool Reconstruction

Project typePool Reconstruction
Project cost$8,000,000
Project schedule2024–2025

Project description

Ad Astra Pool opened to the public in 1988. It will be demolished and completely rebuilt to address its many maintenance challenges. The City Council approved $8 million for reconstruction of the pool. Based on funding, leaders are hopeful it will compare in size and features to Flat Rock Creek Pool and complement Lenexa's overall aquatics offerings.

Residents gave input on the design features and amenities during a series of open houses, online surveys and pop-up events in the Summer 2024. Future aquatic amenities identified include:

Large zero–depth entry area with shade
Underwater bench seating
Three, 25–yard lap lanes for swimming
Deep water area with two diving boards
180–foot current channel
Large deck and shade areas
New bathhouse and concession building

Public engagement

Lenexa Parks & Recreation and SFS Architecture hosted three community open houses (June 13, July 24 and Sept. 11). The first was to gather input on amenities, design elements and programming. The second was for residents to give feedback on four concepts created from the ideas shared in June. The final open house was for residents to see the final two designs and vote for their favorite as well as communicate any reservations, likes or dislikes. Each open house was also accompanied by an online survey for those unable to attend.

Cost and funding sources

Total cost: $8,000,000

Funding sources:

Voter-approved 3/8th-cent sales tax: $7,000,000
Capital Improvement Fund: $1,000,000

Timeline

Public engagement: Summer 2024

Design: Late summer 2024 to winter 2024

Demolition: Fall 2024

Construction begins: Spring 2025 (Pool closed during 2025 season)

Opening day: May 23, 2026

Design and contractor

Designer: SFS Architecture

Construction firm: To be determined

Project updates

May 2024: Ad Astra Advisory Committee, comprised of three community members and two City Council representatives, meet with the design team to discuss the project and public engagement approaches.

June 2024: Lenexa Parks & Recreation and SFS Architecture host a community open house (June 13) for residents to give input on amenities, design elements and programming. Residents also have the option to take an online survey. Nearly 900 people participate.

June–July 2024: SFS Architecture hosts a series of pop-up events at Lenexa's outdoor pools for patron's to give input.

July 2024: Lenexa Parks & Recreation and SFS Architecture host a second community open house (July 24) for residents to give feedback on the four concepts created from community input in June. Residents can also take an online survey. Approximately 900 people weigh in.

Sept. 2024: Lenexa Parks & Recreation and SFS Architecture host a final community open house (Sept. 11) for residents to view two designs, vote for their favorite and share any reservations, likes or dislikes. Residents also have the option to take an online survey. Approximately 500 people weigh in.

Oct. 2024: Demolition of the current pool begins.

Dec. 2024: Final design expected.