Aquatic Center Fundraising

Platteville Pool Fundraising Committee Logo

PLATTEVILLE POOL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE (PPFC):
Molly Zuehlke (Co-Chair), Angie Wright (Co-Chair), Cody Bochenek, Kathy Connett, Josh DeSmith, Cinda Furry, Bob Gates, Lizzy Gates, Rebecca Gottlieb, Kate Holland, Lindsay Hollingsworth, Missy Lipska, Nathan Manwiller, Linda Mulroy, Caitlin Rosemeyer and Barb Woodworth.

Steering Committee Members From Inspiring Community, Inc.
Cindy Tang and Gene Weber 

Steering Committee Members From the City of Platteville
Parks and Recreation Director, Robert Lowe and City Manager, Clinton Langreck

The Platteville Pool Fundraising Committee (PPFC) is an independent, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to raising funds and support for the future of aquatic facilities in Platteville.

Donation Information
Donations to the Platteville Family Aquatic Center Project can be made to:
Inspiring Community, Inc
190 Market St. Platteville, WI 53818 
(Noting Aquatic Center in the memo line)

Pool Renderings with Proposed Features
Platteville Pool Design Update and Capital Campaign Formation

Projected Timeline
August/September 2025 – Demolition bidding and demolition
Fall 2025 – Construction begins (weather permitting)
Summer 2026 – Targeted opening

The City of Platteville is pleased to share the latest update on the Aquatic Center reconstruction. As design development continues, the project remains focused on updating core infrastructure—including a new pool vessel, enhanced bathhouse, and upgraded pump house—while also planning for future recreational amenities through private fundraising.

We are also proud to announce the formation of SPLASH, a citizen-led campaign committee formed to partner with Inspiring Community, Inc., the City’s officially designated fundraising agency for this effort. Together, SPLASH and Inspiring Community are leading the capital campaign to support enhancements beyond the base project, including water slides, play features, and improved amenities for families and spectators. For more information, visit: www.plattevillepublicpool.com/.

The project design team has advanced several key elements, including:

Bathhouse Improvements - Seven additional stalls and a sink in the women’s restroom to meet code, reconfigured showers for improved privacy, added storage space at the front desk, upgraded fixtures, and a family restroom/changing room.

Mechanical and Electrical Review - Coordination on pump room layout, electrical load capacity, and water treatment (liquid vs. pellet). Final mechanical plans are expected shortly.

Site Features and Utilities - Review of fencing reuse, ADA-compliant sidewalk adjustments, seeding specs, and drainage design modeled after successful recent projects.

Demolition Package - Estimated at $225,000, the demolition scope includes removing current vessel, salvaging usable elements (e.g., diving boards), and preparing for site regrading and foundational work.

Amenities Under Review: Water slide, elevated shade structures, play features, LED lighting,
and other enhancements—pending fundraising success.

The attached image reflects a current design rendering of the complete vision. It should be noted that the base project is limited to reconstruction of the core facility. Additional amenities illustrated will be contingent on the success of the capital campaign.

The City of Platteville thanks all who have voiced support, contributed ideas, and expressed interest in this long-anticipated project. Together, we look forward to building a facility that reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.

New Pool Rendering 10-14-2025
Platteville Family Aquatic Center Construction Set to Begin in November: Community Support Ensures All Amenities and Additional Updates are Included

Great News for the New Platteville Pool! Thanks to all of you!  

Thanks to the tremendous generosity and commitment of community members and donors, the Platteville Family Aquatic Center Fundraising Team is proud to announce that all highly-requested amenities and additional updates—including a water slide, shallow water play structure, shade sails, and a picnic area—will be part of the new pool facility.  The base bid for the pool and additional amenities came in under what was expected!  This lower than expected bid along with the generous donations means that we will be able to make additional updates to the bathhouse and concessions buildings and purchase all new chairs, a new chain link fence, starting blocks and more. In addition, some of our larger donors have committed to moving their funds to a maintenance fund, ensuring that the pool is safe and viable for generations to come! 

The outpouring of support for this project has underscored how much Platteville values a vibrant public pool as a place to learn, play, and connect. “We are deeply grateful to every volunteer, and supporter who helped make this vision a reality,” said Molly Zuehlke, Fundraising Co-Chair. “Thanks to all of you, Platteville’s new public pool will be a truly special place for everyone.”  

Demolition of the former pool is nearly complete, and construction of the new facility is scheduled to begin in November 2025, with an anticipated opening in summer 2026. (The final timeline will depend on weather and supply chain availability.)

The revitalized aquatic center will feature a modern pool vessel, an improved bathhouse, and all of the highly requested amenities—creating a safe, accessible, and high-quality recreation destination for Platteville families and visitors from across the region.

The fundraising team will continue to accept donations to build a dedicated maintenance fund, ensuring that the center remains well-cared for and welcoming for generations to come. Contributions can be made to Inspiring Community, Inc. (please note “Aquatic Center” in the memo line), 190 Market Street, Platteville, WI 53818, or online at www.plattevillepublicpool.com.

About the Platteville Family Aquatic Center
After structural failures permanently closed the previous pool in 2024, Platteville residents overwhelmingly supported a $6.9 million referendum to fund a new aquatic facility. Community generosity has made it possible to transform the pool into a truly special destination for everyone.

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