RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) – The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is honored to be the recipient of the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) Outstanding Renovated Facility Award for the Cordova Community Pool. The District was presented with the award during the CARPD Annual Conference on May 19, 2022.

This project gave CRPD the opportunity to implement a wide array of energy, water and environmental savings that did not exist in the old facility. All new plumbing fixtures provided during the renovation either meet or exceed the standards of the California Green Building Code for nonresidential plumbing fixtures putting them among the most efficient of fixtures available today. The facility also implemented a beautiful palette of plants inspired by the local flora of the nearby Sacramento River. This drought tolerant and native palette reduces the need for irrigation and on-going maintenance, as well as attracts pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds.

A primary tenet of sustainable design is improving the health and wellbeing of the community. The new complex brings back an integral piece of community recreation and exercise. With two distinct pools, residents will find something for everyone: whether it is lap swimming, swim and safety classes, aquatic fitness, swim clubs or just cooling off during the hot Rancho Cordova summers. Swimming is one of the best exercises because it engages the whole body. Water-based exercise reduces impact on joints and provides steady resistance, making it ideal for people with joint-related issues. Having access to water-play is great for mental health as well. It improves mood in adults and the play feature is great for brain and motor skill development in small children. The Cordova Community Pool expands the aquatic capabilities in the community and is the only public pool in Rancho Cordova that accommodates swim teams and lap swimming.

CRPD looks forward to being able to offer additional programs, including adaptive programs, for community members to enjoy.

To learn more about the Cordova Community Pool, visit crpd.com/about/crpd-awards-recognition/.

Cordova Recreation & Park District is one of the largest independent special districts in Northern California serving over 128,000 residents and four school districts in the greater Sacramento area. CRPD provides over 43 parks and recreational facilities, a full-service 18-Hole course at Cordova Golf Course, as well as youth & adult sports, camps, enrichment classes, educational programs and special events for the community.