WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — Replacing two corroded swimming pools could cost Waterloo taxpayers $11 million and force a public vote. The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier reports that Waters Edge Aquatic Design presented Waterloo City Council members Monday with a conceptual design for a multi-featured pool and aquatic center at Byrnes Park and a large spray park at Gates Park. The city hired the Kansas-based consultant last year to study how to replace the aluminum pools, which were built in 1981.

Waters Edge engineer Dave Schwartz says the Byrnes project would cost $9 million while the Gates project would cost $2.2 million. He says the projects will likely need a bond issue and public referendum.
City officials say the Leisure Services Commission will likely have public meetings to gather input before council members make a decision.