City department officials met Friday with consultants concerning the development of splash pads at Allen Park and Jackson-Taylor Park.

The administration announced it will put together a comprehensive plan for the two locations — with openings eyed in 2023 — with the design layout and the cost of the projects to be presented to the City Council for consideration this fall.

The city announced more information will be available to the public throughout the fall. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said public forums for community input will be held to encourage community members to provide ideas and feedback on park activities.

Sundquist said community members have expressed a strong desire to see the city establish splash pad locations.

“I often hear about bringing a splash pad to Jamestown from so many residents looking for fun, free, and wet activities in the hot summer months,” he said. “Due to community feedback, we have decided that building splash pads in two of our biggest parks, Jackson-Taylor on the Northside and Allen on the Southside, would be the best way to give families a wonderful amenity in close proximity to their neighborhood.”