Adam 516 Posted July 30 15 hours ago, Elizabeth Whitehouse said: Have you seen the remnants of the splash pad in Brand Park? And others. i did see that as of 6/18 the Brand Park one was "closed for repairs" I guess if the City/County cannot repair/maintain something as simple as a splash pad, its all the more argument for NOT putting in a pool as well as the need for electing more competent leaders instead of career politicians 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam 516 Posted July 30 15 hours ago, Elizabeth Whitehouse said: Have you seen the remnants of the splash pad in Brand Park? And others. i did see that as of 6/18 the Brand Park one was "closed for repairs" I guess if the City/County cannot repair/maintain something as simple as a splash pad, its all the more argument for NOT putting in a pool as well as the need for electing more competent leaders instead of career politicians Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ann 421 Posted July 30 17 hours ago, Adam said: wonderful things, splash-pads.... no pool involved, so improbability of drowning no lifeguards needed. Kids still cool off ( less energy involved in maintaining splash pad so win for climate), kids can play together, money saved AND no more unsightly remnants of a pool Winning all around Don’t forget the risk of slipping and falling in a splash pad. Law suit waiting to happen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elizabeth Whitehouse 22 Posted July 30 more competent leaders I'm with you there. So they are not actually planning to "put in a splash-pad", as promised. They are going to repair one that is big enough for maybe 10 kids at a time. Big deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam 516 Posted July 31 4 hours ago, Elizabeth Whitehouse said: So they are not actually planning to "put in a splash-pad", as promised. They are going to repair one that is big enough for maybe 10 kids at a time. Big deal. im wondering if that change was due to the delay in demolition of the pool because the latest round of trying to rehab it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarenK 497 Posted July 31 32 minutes ago, Adam said: im wondering if that change was due to the delay in demolition of the pool because the latest round of trying to rehab it? Wonder the same. My understanding was that they were building a big new splash pad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elizabeth Whitehouse 22 Posted July 31 (edited) There is actually no connection. The city's position has been, we are going to demolish the pool and install a splash pad instead. To replace a pool, the splash pad needs to be large and appealing. The one undergoing "repairs" is about 10ft by 4. Possibly a little larger, but not much. A bit like saying, I'll throw out your three course dinner and give you a bowl of jello instead. Shameful. Edited July 31 by Elizabeth Whitehouse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 44 Posted July 31 6 hours ago, Ann said: Don’t forget the risk of slipping and falling in a splash pad. Law suit waiting to happen. But how is the County supposed to save 30% more water if they keep building all these splash pads around town? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ann 421 Posted July 31 9 hours ago, Pvt Snowball said: But how is the County supposed to save 30% more water if they keep building all these splash pads around town? Don’t build splash pads. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 546 Posted July 31 10 hours ago, Pvt Snowball said: But how is the County supposed to save 30% more water if they keep building all these splash pads around town? Ask yourself this , before the pool and splash pads how did families cool off ? Heres a hint it flows through the whole valley and saves the City 100% of the water bill . Another hint , there are smaller tributaries throughout the area that are absolutely free to use . Lifeguards … phttt , how the hell did we survive swimming without them ? Oh thats right , our parents acted as our lifeguards . And splash pads were called , wait for it … a garden hose , what a concept eh !? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zapp Brannigan 213 Posted July 31 Why build splash pads when there is a perfectly good river the kids can swim in. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MsKreed 1,540 Posted July 31 (edited) I feel like the Horseheads community raised concerns back in the 40s or 50s after a few instances where unsupervised children playing in local ponds/waterways resulted in tragedies. Local business leaders and organizations raised funds to build the Thorne Street pool as a place for kids to play and cool off safely. And now, a few generations later.....parents are screaming that the fees (which I think are pretty reasonable) are too high. There's a good chance that Elmira residents would also balk at the $3-5 daily fees. Edited July 31 by MsKreed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 546 Posted July 31 17 minutes ago, MsKreed said: feel like the Horseheads community raised concerns back in the 40s or 50s after a few instances where unsupervised children playing in local ponds/waterways resulted in tragedies. More than likely yes as they were unsupervised , meaning maybe the parents were not there or paying close attention. That probably would hold true today as well only more so because kids are just spit out and left to be someone else’s responsibility. But , in this area the river is to be feared not enjoyed as a natural resource , the same goes for Seeley Creek and other such waterways . Imagine if the Finger Lakes were not utilized , especially at private cottages … who is the Lifeguard at each of these ? Yes I understand the difference and liabilities involved on public property. But back to topic , residents want splash pads but they bitch about paying for their use . Well then let them get off their collective asses and either get trained as lifeguards or take their kids to the river or creeks ! Stop putting the responsibility on the taxpayers, we didn’t force them to crank out the kids, that was their choice . Or the bottom line … get out the garden hose and spray them down . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 546 Posted July 31 11 hours ago, Elizabeth Whitehouse said: To replace a pool, the splash pad needs to be large and appealing. The one undergoing "repairs" is about 10ft by 4. Size and appeal does not matter as long as the desired result is achieved! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin 439 Posted August 4 The city can probably put in 50 or more splash pads for what 1 pool costs . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 546 Posted August 4 4 hours ago, Kevin said: The city can probably put in 50 or more splash pads for what 1 pool costs . By all means build them , but keep them the Hell away from either bank of the river !! There are plenty other spaces that are more pleasant . The City Leadership just needs to be more forward thinking ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MsKreed 1,540 Posted August 30 On 8/4/2024 at 12:38 PM, Kevin said: The city can probably put in 50 or more splash pads for what 1 pool costs . Yeah..... the NY SWIMS awards for full new construction and rebuilds are all $6 to $10 million. Quote August 29, 2024 Albany, NY Ahead of Labor Day Weekend, Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $150 Million Awarded to Expand Public Access to Swimming in Underserved Communities Statewide List of Awardees found (HERE) Here's the list for our area: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 44 Posted August 30 Again placing more splash pads is not going to save you on your water and sewer bill it actually going to go up Chemung county is proposing they want to save 30% more water how can they do that they keep adding splash packs at this point just start building roundabouts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Twin Tiers Living 476 Posted October 8 Quote ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- State officials have given Elmira the greenlight to tear down Brand Park Pool. Elmira City Manager Mike Collins says the city was notified of the state's decision last week. Source Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarenK 497 Posted October 8 4 hours ago, Twin Tiers Living said: Source Saw someone questioning why there was yellow tape around it this past weekend. Guess now we know. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 15 Posted October 21 If you are interested in Brand Park Pool, please attend the meeting of the Elmira City Council tomorrow night at 5:30. Several people will be speaking about the pool. It may be our last opportunity to save it. Please support this effort. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris 3,135 Posted October 21 Merged with the already existing thread. And I’m sorry Jim, but the time for saving that pool passed a long time ago. It’s time to tear it down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarenK 497 Posted October 21 31 minutes ago, Jim said: If you are interested in Brand Park Pool, please attend the meeting of the Elmira City Council tomorrow night at 5:30. Several people will be speaking about the pool. It may be our last opportunity to save it. Please support this effort. That ship has sailed. Has the county backing, the state backing and the city backing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites