Petition to Install a Splash Pad at Estero Sports Park
To:
Village of Estero Council / Lee County Parks and Recreation Department
Estero, FL
9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Suite 101
06/19/2025
Dear Mayor Joanne Ribble, Village Staff and City Council Members,
We, the undersigned parents, caregivers, and residents of Estero, FL, respectfully submit this petition requesting the installation of a splash pad/water feature for kids at Estero Sports Park/ Estero Community Park.
Our community is home to hundreds of families with young children who regularly use Estero Community Park and will use Estero Sports Park for outdoor recreation. While we appreciate the playground and green space currently available and planned for the future, the park lacks a safe, water-based feature that would help children stay active and cool during the hot summer months. A splash pad would provide:
- A safe, accessible way for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy water play.
- A low-maintenance, environmentally friendly alternative to traditional pools.
- An enhancement to community well-being and local recreation, encouraging families to stay active outdoors.
- A central gathering place that fosters stronger community bonds among neighbors.
A fenced in splash pad offers a safe, interactive water play area for children of all ages. It promotes physical activity, social interaction, and sensory development, all while helping families beat the Florida heat. For many parents with young children, traditional sports facilities, such as the one currently being planned, may not yet be age-appropriate. If Estero Sports Park is meant to be a community hub, how can it be if our younger residents are not included? A splash pad creates an inclusive, recreational option that brings together children of all abilities. Adding a splash pad would enhance the park’s appeal by creating a destination that truly serves all ages—from toddlers to grandparents. It would encourage longer park visits, foster multi-generational play, and make the park a more comprehensive, family-friendly environment.
We believe a splash pad would significantly enrich the quality of life in Estero, and we are confident that it would be a well-used and appreciated asset by families across our area.
The closest current attractions are at Lakes Park in Fort Myers and Vineyards Community Park in Naples. There are no current public splash pads or public water attractions for little kids in Estero.
With the expansion out east the amount of families with kids is projected to grow in the coming years.
We urge the city to consider including this request in the formal plans for Estero Sports Park, the next round of park improvement projects or capital budget planning. We are willing to support this effort through community engagement, fundraising, and volunteer work as needed.
Thank you for your time and your continued commitment to improving public spaces for all citizens.
Sincerely,
Brawley Adams
Husband, Father, Business Owner, Estero Palms Resident, Engage Estero Board Member
239-445-5131 [email protected]
On behalf of the families and children of the Village of Estero and beyond.
*attached is an example of what a splash pad is.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
June 20, 2025
Reached 100 supporters
June 19, 2025
179 Comments
Lifelong, born and raised Lee county resident here! We need more fun things for our kids and grandkids to do. We’re all fat enough and have too many food options as it is! Build the splash pad!
Theres plenty of other space that can be accommodated for food truck parking. A splash pad is a much better COMMUNITY investment. Do not switch out something positive just to try to generate more revenue. We're all aware that those food trucks wouldn't be parked there for free...
My grandmother owned a home in Estero for 40 years, I grew up visiting here and was inspired to move here. I’ve lived in Estero for the past 20 years and now have young children of my own. I run a fairly large local mom’s group and this is one need that is vocalized often. We need this for children and families
This is needed so badly in our area, we currently drive to Babcock Ranch or Vineyards for a splash pad, with all the building in Estero this should be a priority for our young ones so they can play outside without us fearing the brutal heat we have here in SWFL.
A splash pad but also fence in the current playground/ future splash pad! The park is large and given the layout/ blind spots it would be amazing having the peace of mind that the kids are fenced in.
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Petition to Install a Splash Pad at Estero Sports Park
To:
Village of Estero Council / Lee County Parks and Recreation Department
Estero, FL
9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Suite 101
06/19/2025
Dear Mayor Joanne Ribble, Village Staff and City Council Members,
We, the undersigned parents, caregivers, and residents of Estero, FL, respectfully submit this petition requesting the installation of a splash pad/water feature for kids at Estero Sports Park/ Estero Community Park.
Our community is home to hundreds of families with young children who regularly use Estero Community Park and will use Estero Sports Park for outdoor recreation. While we appreciate the playground and green space currently available and planned for the future, the park lacks a safe, water-based feature that would help children stay active and cool during the hot summer months. A splash pad would provide:
- A safe, accessible way for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy water play.
- A low-maintenance, environmentally friendly alternative to traditional pools.
- An enhancement to community well-being and local recreation, encouraging families to stay active outdoors.
- A central gathering place that fosters stronger community bonds among neighbors.
A fenced in splash pad offers a safe, interactive water play area for children of all ages. It promotes physical activity, social interaction, and sensory development, all while helping families beat the Florida heat. For many parents with young children, traditional sports facilities, such as the one currently being planned, may not yet be age-appropriate. If Estero Sports Park is meant to be a community hub, how can it be if our younger residents are not included? A splash pad creates an inclusive, recreational option that brings together children of all abilities. Adding a splash pad would enhance the park’s appeal by creating a destination that truly serves all ages—from toddlers to grandparents. It would encourage longer park visits, foster multi-generational play, and make the park a more comprehensive, family-friendly environment.
We believe a splash pad would significantly enrich the quality of life in Estero, and we are confident that it would be a well-used and appreciated asset by families across our area.
The closest current attractions are at Lakes Park in Fort Myers and Vineyards Community Park in Naples. There are no current public splash pads or public water attractions for little kids in Estero.
With the expansion out east the amount of families with kids is projected to grow in the coming years.
We urge the city to consider including this request in the formal plans for Estero Sports Park, the next round of park improvement projects or capital budget planning. We are willing to support this effort through community engagement, fundraising, and volunteer work as needed.
Thank you for your time and your continued commitment to improving public spaces for all citizens.
Sincerely,
Brawley Adams
Husband, Father, Business Owner, Estero Palms Resident, Engage Estero Board Member
239-445-5131 [email protected]
On behalf of the families and children of the Village of Estero and beyond.
*attached is an example of what a splash pad is.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
June 20, 2025
Reached 100 supporters
June 19, 2025
179 Comments
Kids 0-4 can have difficulty playing safely on playgrounds. Splash pad can allow a safe alternative for parents to bring there kids to. Back yard social and other areas of swfl and Naples offer food truck areas. The kids deserve the original intentions of this project.
Lifelong, born and raised Lee county resident here! We need more fun things for our kids and grandkids to do. We’re all fat enough and have too many food options as it is! Build the splash pad!
Theres plenty of other space that can be accommodated for food truck parking. A splash pad is a much better COMMUNITY investment. Do not switch out something positive just to try to generate more revenue. We're all aware that those food trucks wouldn't be parked there for free...
My grandmother owned a home in Estero for 40 years, I grew up visiting here and was inspired to move here. I’ve lived in Estero for the past 20 years and now have young children of my own. I run a fairly large local mom’s group and this is one need that is vocalized often. We need this for children and families
This is needed so badly in our area, we currently drive to Babcock Ranch or Vineyards for a splash pad, with all the building in Estero this should be a priority for our young ones so they can play outside without us fearing the brutal heat we have here in SWFL.
A splash pad but also fence in the current playground/ future splash pad! The park is large and given the layout/ blind spots it would be amazing having the peace of mind that the kids are fenced in.
Add a slash pad
I want the splash pad
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Kids 0-4 can have difficulty playing safely on playgrounds. Splash pad can allow a safe alternative for parents to bring there kids to. Back yard social and other areas of swfl and Naples offer food truck areas. The kids deserve the original intentions of this project.