Ad Astra Pool Reconstruction
- Project typeParks & Recreation
- Project cost$10,000,000
- Project schedule2024–2025
- Contractor nameProsser Wilbert Construction Inc.
Project description
Ad Astra Pool was built in 1988 and has been structurally problematic since its opening. While many investments and repairs have been made to keep this pool in operation, the ongoing and worsening conditions require it to be rebuilt to keep this location in operation. This project rebuilds Ad Astra Pool with the appropriate mix of amenities and programming to complement the nearby Sar-Ko-Par Aquatic Center while continuing to serve the surrounding neighborhoods and the community.
Residents gave input on the design features and amenities during a series of open houses, online surveys and pop-up events during 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 shade areas
- New bathhouse and concession building
Public engagement
Lenexa Parks & Recreation and SFS Architecture hosted community open houses on June 13, July 24 and Sept. 11, 2024. 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: $10,000,000
Funding sources:
Timeline
Public engagement: Summer 2024
Design: Summer 2024 to Spring 2025
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: Prosser Wilbert Construction Inc.
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.
September 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.
October 2024: Demolition of the current pool begins.
February 2025: Lenexa Planning Commission approves preliminary and final plans for reconstruction. Lenexa City Council approves final plans.
Location
8265 Maurer Rd, Lenexa, KS 66219 View Map
38.97938331823701, -94.76929343176606
8265 Maurer Rd ,
Lenexa, KS 66219
8265 Maurer Rd ,
Lenexa, KS 66219
Ad Astra Pool Reconstruction