Part of the "CONNECT ALBANY" initiative
Develop a water attraction that brings the Albany community together through fun and active outdoor uses tied to the Flint River and existing natural resources. The proposal includes a cable wake park, water slides and rope swings, a zipline course, and trail connections so the attraction can be reached by automobile, bicycle, or foot. The attraction is intended to create recreation options for children, families, locals, and visitors while connecting to the existing trailway system and other outdoor activities.
Tracks whether both attractions are connected to the current trail system and accessible by automobile, bicycle, or foot.
Tracks community buy-in and public/private partnership support for the water attraction.
Tracks whether the project improves recreation options for local Albanians and families.
Tracks the number of people who use the water attraction and related recreation amenities.
Tracks whether the water attraction improves Albany’s appeal as a fun place to visit and increases tourism where travelers see Albany as a fun place to visit.
Tracks development of the proposed water attraction components, including wake park, water slides, rope swings, zipline, and trail access.
Tracks revenue generated by the attraction.
Tracks whether the attraction becomes a major revenue generator for Albany.
Wake park: $500,000-$1,250,000; Zipline: $10,000-$500,000 depending on length and additional structures needed; Water slides & rope swings: $20,000-$100,000 depending on number of slides and complexity; Insurance: $25,000 per year; Staff & Training: $250,000 per year; Equipment, including wake boards and other gear: $10,000.