City Council Green Lights New Briarwood Park Pool, Amenities

BROOKHAVEN, GA — In the first major construction project utilizing a portion of the $40 million park bond capital improvement monies, the Brookhaven City Council unanimously authorized Mayor John Ernst to enter into a contract with Waterworks Aqua Design, LLC for the renovation of the Briarwood Park pool. This is the first capital improvement undertaking by the city since the bond referendum was given a nod by voters last November.

The contract, for $3,531,052, will cover construction of a new pool and pool house and added amenities which is less than the original estimate of $4 million.

The original plan for the renovations called for upgrading the pool and pool house. But research showed it would be more cost effective to construct a new pool and pool house as opposed to updating the existing facility to meet today’s health codes and standards, according to Brian Borden, Brookhaven Parks and Recreation director.

The improvements, designed by Lose Designs based on input from residents and local swim teams, will include a new zero-entry pool with spray features for play. A portion of the pool will transition into a 75-foot long six-lane competition section that will be used by swim teams that operate out of the park. A nearby “cool surface” pool deck will feature a new pavilion, bleachers, and umbrellas for shade. The new 4,000 square-foot pool house will contain restrooms, locker rooms, concessions, ticket office and a lifeguard room.

Work on the project should begin in the near future and be completed in time for the opening of the swimming season on Memorial Day 2020.