VISTA — The City Council is united to Save the Wave.
How they get there, though, is another matter. The council and residents spent three hours discussing the struggling Vista Wave Waterpark on Tuesday and ultimately decided to host a workshop at a later date for more input.
The park is in a financial hole and physically breaking down. A consultant’s analysis showed the park is in need of $15 million to repair facilities with another $150,000 for annual upkeep. The consultant’s report showed a phased approach for the city how to tackle the capital improvements, starting with $3.3 million and another $100,000 to $150,000 to replace the outdated mechanical and chemical systems, which have not been replaced since the park opened in 1994.
“We’ve been in discussions and that the purpose of our item this evening is to ensure the future of the Wave Waterpark long into the future,” Mayor John Franklin said. “And to make sure it serves the needs of the students utilizing it.
