San Angelo, TX – May 23, 2024 – The committee members of All-Tex Splash Pad are thrilled to announce the commencement of construction on the highly anticipated splash pad at Unidad Park. Construction began this week and is expected to be completed by the end of June 2024. This project marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide inclusive, eco-friendly, and engaging recreational spaces for the San Angelo community.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the key donors who have made this project possible through their generous contributions:
All-Tex Irrigation and Supply
ASCO Equipment
Mary Ellen Bunyard Family Foundation
Snider Technology
San Angelo Area Foundation
Beverly and Ben Stribling
Industrial Hose & Oilfield Supply
The Kingman Family
Texas Bank
Lamar Advertising San Angelo
Angelo Plumbing Supply
Susan and Randy Brooks
Cope/Bodine Family Fund
San Angelo Area Foundation Future Fund
We also acknowledge the invaluable guidance provided by our current advisors, including Jim Raymond, Julie Raymond, Dr. Gigi Perez-Langley, Carl White, Mario Delao, Roger Havlak, and Alfonso Torres. Their expertise has been instrumental in navigating the complexities of this project.
Furthermore, we recognize the tireless efforts of our dedicated board members: Alicia Olshanski, Jeff Perrine, Codi Kingman, Jason Snider, Breanna Huff, Matt Lewis, Janet Karcher, and Royce Pyssen. Their unwavering commitment has driven this initiative from conception to reality.
Background
In June 2022, All-Tex Irrigation & Supply, LLC embarked on a mission to contribute something valuable to the San Angelo community, benefiting all its citizens. As passionate advocates for Texas water, we sought to incorporate an element that aligns with our daily work. That's when inspiration struck – Splash Pads! Forming a dedicated committee to bring this vision to life, we presented our proposal to the city council in January 2023. Fortunately, they granted us permission to seek funding, construct the pads, and make a donation back to the city.
With the support of the San Angelo Area Foundation, we established our charitable cause and secured a reliable method for managing donated funds. Thanks to the incredible generosity of numerous donors, including All-Tex Irrigation's initial contribution of $100,000, we were able to proceed and acquire the necessary equipment in December 2023 and schedule the installation at Unidad Park by early summer 2024. Looking ahead, we are currently focused on raising the funds required to complete the 2nd Splash Pad at Kirby Park. We are excited about the progress we have made so far and remain committed to making a positive impact in our community.
Splash pads are a gift to our community, offered without any obligations. They satisfy the desires of many San Angelo residents, are freely accessible to the public, promote fairness in use, encourage physical activity, drive eco-friendly play initiatives, and contribute to economic stimulation within our community. One splash pad will be installed at Unidad Park (3245 Vista del Arroyo Drive) and the other will be installed at Kirby Park (1401 Edmund Boulevard) with City of San Angelo Development Corporation support. Per our agreement with the city, the City of San Angelo will be responsible for maintaining both pads once construction is complete. Splash pad systems have two options for operation: (1) freshwater systems or (2) recirculating systems. Given that we reside in a region susceptible to drought, implementing a recirculating system for our projects entails a higher initial expenditure. This involves the burial of a 2,000-gallon tank underground, serving as a reservoir for the system. The water contained in these tanks undergoes a comprehensive two-phase filtration and sanitization process. Since the water is reused, the actual water loss is minimal. The primary factors contributing are (1) wind, (2) sun and heat, and (3) high usage. Each system is activated by an actuator switch, operating on-demand instead of continuously. A master controller sets the system's operating times for efficient maintenance.
Comienza la construcción de la plataforma All-Tex Splash Pad en Unidad Park
San Angelo, TX – 23 de mayo de 2024 – Los miembros del comité de All-Tex Splash Pad están encantados de anunciar el comienzo de la construcción de la tan esperada plataforma de chapoteo en Unidad Park. La construcción comenzó esta semana y se espera que esté terminada a fines de junio de 2024. Este proyecto marca un hito importante en nuestra misión de brindar espacios recreativos inclusivos, ecológicos y atractivos para la comunidad de San Angelo. Nos gustaría extender nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a los donantes clave que han hecho posible este proyecto a través de sus generosas contribuciones: • Irrigación y suministro All-Tex • Equipos ASCO • Fundación de la Familia Mary Ellen Bunyard • Tecnología más astuta • Fundación del Área de San Angelo • Beverly y Ben Stribling • Mangueras industriales y suministro de yacimientos petrolíferos • La familia Kingman • Banco de Texas • Lamar Publicidad San Ángel • Suministros de plomería Angelo • Susan y Randy Brooks • Fondo Familiar Cope/Bodine • Fondo Futuro de la Fundación del Área de San Angelo También reconocemos la invaluable orientación brindada por nuestros asesores actuales, incluidos Jim Raymond, Julie Raymond, la Dra. Gigi Perez-Langley, Carl White, Mario Delao, Roger Havlak y Alfonso Torres. Su experiencia ha sido fundamental para navegar las complejidades de este proyecto. Además, reconocemos los esfuerzos incansables de nuestros dedicados miembros de la junta directiva: Alicia Olshanski, Jeff Perrine, Codi Kingman, Jason Snider, Breanna Huff, Matt Lewis, Janet Karcher y Royce Pyssen. Su compromiso inquebrantable ha impulsado esta iniciativa desde la concepción hasta la realidad.
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