Coral Springs Approves $27.4 Million in Capital Improvement Projects for 2024-25
Coral Springs has approved $27.4 million in capital improvement projects for the 2024-25 fiscal year, as part of the city’s newly adopted $286.4 million budget.
The budget, which starts on Oct. 1, includes 143 projects aimed at upgrading city facilities, parks, and public programs.
Notable projects include $1 million for the repair, replacement, and relocation of the city’s charter school, $1.3 million for stormwater drainage improvements in the Westchester community, and $530,450 for the ongoing road resurfacing program.
Smaller projects range from playground replacements to updates at the Aquatics Complex, while investments in public safety include $179,994 for firefighter breathing apparatuses and $70,000 for EMS defibrillators.
Below are descriptions of some of the 143 projects with explanations and website links coming directly from city documents:
Aquatic Services
“This project represents HVAC improvements to the Charter School building.”
– Charter School Building Contingency: $500,000
“This project is a contingency for Charter School building repairs & replacements that may arise throughout the fiscal year.”
City Manager’s Office
– Photo Video Equipment: $100,786
“This project is for the ongoing replacement of photography and videography equipment which should be replaced every two to three years to keep up with rapidly changing technology.”
Fire/EMS
– Monitor/Defibrillator- EMS: $70,000
“This project provides funding for the replacement of this specialized piece of equipment which allows paramedics to view the electrical activity of the heart remotely, permitting diagnosis of cardiac-related emergencies in the field.”
– Handheld Subscriber Radios- EMS: $61,000
“This project is for the additional funding required for the replacement of handheld subscriber radios in FY2025.”
– Fire Stations Painting & Improvements- Fire: $339,900
“This project is for the routine, on-going repairs and maintenance of the fire stations throughout the city.”
– Ladder Truck Additional Replacement funds- Fire: $182,785
“This project represents funding to be used toward the replacement of a ladder truck in addition to funding available in the Fleet Replacement Plan.”
– Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)- Fire: $100,786
“This project is for the purchase of the second set of firefighting personal equipment for each Firefighter and a primary set for each Fire Academy Instructor that conducts live fire training.”
– Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus- Fire: $179,994
“This project is for the ongoing replacement of self-contained breathing apparatus worn by Firefighters to provide breathable air in an immediately dangerous to life or health atmosphere.”
Parks & Recreation
– 15-year Playground Replacement: $323,575
“This project is for the ongoing replacement of city park playgrounds on a 15- year cycle. The playground equipment scheduled for FY2025 is located at Lyons Park, Sherwood Forest, and Eagle Ridge.”
– Asphalt Pathway Overlay: $106,090
“This project is for the replacement of pathway overlay at various parks throughout the city. Pathways scheduled for FY2025 are Whispering Oaks and Oakwood (pending availability of remaining funds).”
– Athletic Field Renovations: $106,090
“This project provides funding for the removal of existing grass, laser grading of fields, and installation of new grass on athletic fields throughout the City. This work will ensure fields stay safe, drain better and play better.”
– Cypress Park Pool Electrical Panel Replacement: $150,000
“This project is for relocating and renovation of the electrical panel at the pool at Cypress Hammock Park. The upgrade will enhance accessibility by allowing continued uninterrupted use, day and night.”
– Decorative Sign Posts: $50,000
“Parks and Recreation would like to add decorative signposts within the 6 community parks. The signposts will be like others currently installed at various city-owned locations and will add to the esthetics of the locations.”
– Ice Den Facility Enhancements: $56,666
“This project represents funding set aside per revenue share agreement with Panthers Ice Den for improvements to the Ice Den facility.”
– Light Fixture Replacement Program: $318,270
“The funds requested are part of our 10-year Master Plan to improve the City Parks. This covers the installation of the newer energy-efficient, hurricane-resistant light fixtures like those at North Community and Cypress Park.”
– Turtle Run Park and Forest Glen Middle School Improvements: $150,000
“This project funding represents improvements to Turtle Run and Forest Glen Parks including the replacement of the baseball field at Turtle Run Park with Bermuda grass, which will include removing and grading the clay infield, dugouts, and backstop.”
Police
– BWC & Tasers: $210,979
“This project represents funding needed for the contract renewal related to replacement of Body Worn Cameras and Tasers.”
– Digital Forensic Equipment: $26,521
“This project represents recurring funding for the purchase and replacement of forensic software, hardware and support tools to address changes in technology and newly emerging crime trends.”
– Painting Public Safety Facilities: $100,000
“This project represents funding for the painting of Public Safety Building and C.S.I buildings, which will protect the structure, improve its appearance, and increase its value.”
– Tactical SWAT Vests: $39,253
“This project will facilitate the purchase of replacement ballistic vests for SWAT Detectives.”
Public Art Requests
– Artwork at Everglades Loop/Lockout: $150,000
“This project is for an artwork piece to be installed at the Everglades Loop/Lookout.”
– Artwork for Park Lions or Sandy Ridge: $150,000
“This project represents funding for art work to be placed at either Lions or Sandy Ridge parks.”
– Cornerstone Public Art: $75,000
“This project represents funding for an art piece located within the Cornerstone area.”
Public Works
– Charter School Facility Repair, Replacement, and Relocation: $1,000,000
“This project represents funds related to the repair, replacement, and relocation of the Charter School Facility.”
– Decorative Trash Receptacles – City Wide: $250,000
“This project is for the purchase of new unified trash receptacles to be installed throughout the city in various strategic locations.”
– Road Resurfacing Program: $530,450
“This project is part of the Streets Division’s ongoing roadway resurfacing program. City roads need to be resurfaced every 25 years to improve their long-term conditions. The FY2025 resurfacing will occur within Pine Glen Subdivision.”
– City Hall Building Painting: $96,650
“This project represents funding for the exterior painting of City Hall.”
Stormwater
– Westchester Drainage: $1,300,000
“This project represents funding for stormwater drainage improvements within the Westchester area.”
– Galvanized Water Service Replacement Program: $345,000
“This project is part of an ongoing program to replace the existing galvanized water pipes throughout the City’s utility service area.”
Water and Sewer
– Lift Station Rehab Program: $1,000,000
“This project is an ongoing annual rehabilitation of existing City sanitary lift stations. This rehabilitation prevents sewer overflows and provides a reliable wastewater collection system.”
– Water Treatment Plan Contingency Projects: $1,500,000
This project represents funding for contingency projects as the Water Plant goes through the design and construction phase of the conversion from lime-softening to membrane treatment.
Center For The Arts
– Fire Alarm System: $110,600
“This project is for the replacement of the fire alarm system at the Center for the Arts.”
– Stage Equipment Replacement: $103,500
“This project is for replacement of stage equipment at the Center for the Arts.”
See the rest of the city capital projects here.
