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The $71 million bond would address current recreation demand at The Fieldhouse and projected growth in Snyderville Basin by funding new indoor facilities at East Canyon and Silver Creek Village.
Park City, Utah (September 23, 2026) – This evening, Basin Recreation Executive Director Rob Parrish presented Summit County Council and Snyderville Basin voters with the latest plans for two new recreation facilities at East Canyon and Silver Creek Village. The plans, which were informed by a 2024 survey and extensive public input, have been revised in response to recent feedback from citizens regarding how their neighborhoods would be best served.
“We have taken the input to heart and recognize that Snyderville Basin residents prioritize having facilities with as much flexible, unprogrammed community-oriented space as possible while also meeting their core recreation and fitness needs,” said Rob Parrish. “We are confident that the revised plans respond to the community’s needs today while preparing for the 20 percent growth the Basin is projected to experience over the next ten years. It continues to be our priority to accommodate the needs of all residents by ensuring our offerings are more accessible and convenient.”
Below is a snapshot of the amenities housed in each facility.
Silver Creek Village – 68,000 square feet
Recreational aquatics
climbing/bouldering
daycare
camp space
flexible use gymnasium to accommodate pickleball, volleyball and basketball
cardio and weight rooms
indoor track space
sauna/cold plunge to enhance wellness
multi-purpose space
outdoor field with accommodation for temporary indoor enclosure
East Canyon – 20,000 square feet
indoor court
multi-purpose spaces for community use
recreation classroom spaces
outdoor access for restrooms from exterior amenities
Both Facilities will feature a modular design to allow for future expansion to accommodate additional needs and growth.
Outdoor amenities funded by sources outside the bond may include:
pavilions
turf fields
nature-based playgrounds
dedicated pickleball courts
open turf areas
On the November ballot, voters in the Snyderville Basin Special Recreation District (the “District”) will decide whether to authorize the District to borrow $71 million for the construction of recreation facilities to expand services across a broader section of the community.
The District's existing indoor facility, the Fieldhouse, has previously expanded to keep pace with a growing population within the District, but geographical constraints of the site prevent further expansion to meet the projected demand associated with approved new development in the Basin.
The estimated cost of the bond is approximately $120.94 per year for a median $1 million fair market value primary residence. Businesses in the District would pay an estimated annual cost of $21.09 per $100,000 of fair market value.
Parrish added, “This measure reflects years of public engagement, including community surveys and public open houses, that have consistently identified fitness capacity, aquatics, climbing, and additional indoor space as the community's top recreation priorities. Availability of local bond funding also broadens the District's ability to pursue matching grants and private partnerships, as well as leverage Impact Fees for these projects. We look forward to continuing to build on the community’s vision for recreation and creating opportunities for residents today and into the future.” For more info, visit https://basinrecreationutah.gov/better-basin/.
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About Basin Recreation Established in 1986, Basin Recreation provides equitable access to a variety of recreational opportunities for every age and ability, while stewarding an exceptional natural setting that is internationally renowned and locally valued. Basin Recreation has continuously grown to meet the community’s needs, overseeing nearly 2,500 acres of open space, building and/or maintaining 185 miles of trails, and operating an 87,000-square-foot indoor Fieldhouse that serves 340,000 guests annually. It also manages several outdoor park facilities and offers events, programs, fitness classes, and recreational activities throughout the year. Basin Recreation’s mission is to deepen the community’s connection to recreation, promote informed ownership, and ensure inclusive opportunities for all.
