Rec Bond Projects

Echo Hollow Pool & Fitness Center is nearing 50 years old and has met its capacity in serving our growing Bethel population. Expansion and renovation will include the addition of an outdoor recreation pool and added swim lanes. View more renderings

Construction began in February 2020 and is expected to be completed in early spring 2021. Echo Hollow Pool will be closed during construction. The facility will be closed during construction, but Amazon Pool opened Feb. 24, 2020 to accommodate demand for pool space. 

Improvements include:

• Expanded swim lanes - year-round
• Recreation Pool with waterslide
• Aquatic support facility
• Staff support spaces
• Energy and sustainability
• General renovation

Construction has started at Sheldon Pool & Fitness Center, and we can't be more excited. Bathrooms and locker rooms need upgrading to meet increased occupancy and code requirements and better utilizing the indoor space is key. Improving the energy efficiency of the pool is also required by code. We can't commit to an exact reopening, but construction is planned to be completed late spring 2022.

Sheldon Pool was built in 1967 with money from another bond and since then repairs, replacements and upgrades have been made that enhanced energy efficiency and maintained operation. However, many essential systems such as plumbing, electrical and equipment are beyond their expected useful lifespan and are in need of replacement.

Based on the three-year process of creating the Eugene Parks and Recreation System Plan, it was recommended 8,500 square feet of expanded natatorium, new indoor pool/ therapy pool, spa and recreation amenities be added to Sheldon Pool. Also in the recommendation were plans to renew interior finishes, ceilings, lighting, systems and replacing the HVAC, roof and pool equipment. Sheldon Pool did close in 2010 for seismic upgrades and again in 2012 to repair serious leaks, but a full overhaul of the building will ensure the facility can accommodate the growing needs of the community as a key part of the City-wide aquatics program.

Parks staff has begun working on everything from strengthening safety and security efforts and increasing park maintenance, to planning park renovations and the creation of new parks in underserved areas.