Osborn Aquatic Center Updates

Background

• The Osborn Aquatic Center’s indoor pools have been closed since October 2024 because of damage to the roof support beams.
• The City of Corvallis is responsible for daily operations, maintenance, and capital planning.
• The Corvallis School District owns the Osborn Aquatic Center.

Updates
The district planned to send out information and a survey in March, followed by a community input meeting on April 23. Before moving forward, we decided it was important to understand the full condition of the Osborn Aquatic Center, not just the roof. This will help us understand what bringing the facility back to full use would cost.

We are postponing the community survey and the April 23 community meeting until the facility assessment is complete.  Knowing the actual cost helps people provide the best feedback on potential solutions. The district has hired Scott Edwards Architecture to complete a full facilities assessment to support this work. We expect to have their report by the end of June.

We are also hopeful about possible funding support. Senator Sara Gelser Blouin has requested $5 million in state funding for Osborn. If approved, this funding would make a big difference in helping us complete needed repairs. We will find out if the funding is approved at the end of the current legislative session.

Next Steps
After the full facilities assessment is finished, we will send out a survey and hold a community meeting. This will help us hear feedback on possible solutions.

In the meantime, outdoor activities, including swim lessons, have resumed on a limited basis at Osborn. Visit www.corvallisoregon.gov/osborn to learn more and register.

More Information
For more information, visit our Osborn Aquatic Center Updates page. You can also visit the City of Corvallis Website for roof assessment and operations updates.