Walnut Creek Seeks Input For New Aquatic, Community Center

WALNUT CREEK, CA — Walnut Creek residents are invited to an open house next week where they can provide input on the design of the New Aquatic and Community Center at Heather Farm Park.

The project will occupy the site where the existing Heather Farm Park Community Center is located, replacing the facilities built in the 1970s. It is being funded primarily by the Walnut Creek voter-approved Measure O sales tax, with support from the Walnut Creek Aquatic Foundation.

Stop by the open house any time between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, for a night of creativity, fun and community engagement.

Several design stations will be set up, giving residents a chance to have their say in the design of the new facility and the recreational pool amenities.

There will also be a kid zone where youth can create illustrations of their dream pool. Plus, pizza will be provided.

Can't make it to the open house? Look for the city's booth at any of these upcoming events:

• Downtown Walnut Creek Oktoberfest, noon-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14
• Diablo Valley Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m.- noon, Saturday, Oct. 21.
• Trunk or Treat, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27

Project Timeline

The design phase of the project is anticipated to be completed by summer 2025. Then the construction phase is a two-year process, from summer 2025 through summer 2027.

As currently envisioned, the existing Community Center will be demolished for the new combined facility to be built, while Clarke Swim Center is projected to remain open to the public throughout the construction period.

Learn more about the project at walnut-creek.org/heatherfarm.