Osborn Aquatic Center Updates

Background

In 1977, Osborn was built with a bond levy passed by the Corvallis School District. This bond was put to voters in collaboration with the City of Corvallis to support aquatic recreation in our community.

In 1998, the Corvallis School District passed a Facilities Improvement Bond to update the interior pool and build Otter Beach. Upon completion of the renovation, the City and District entered into an operating agreement for the City of Corvallis to oversee:

• Daily Operations
• Maintenance
• Capital Planning

Update – April 16, 2025

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 Corvallis School 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.

Update – February 20, 2025

Superintendent Ryan Noss and Operations Director Kim Patten presented an update to the Corvallis School Board.

Update – February 18, 2025

The Corvallis School District met with the following community partners:

• The City of Corvallis
• Benton County
• Benton Community Foundation
• Corvallis Public Schools Foundation
• Corvallis Aquatics Team
• Oregon Swim

The purpose of this meeting was to discuss how these agencies could work together to look at funding opportunities to address this gap in our community.

Osborn Aquatic Center Roof Assessment & Updates

Visit the City of Corvallis website for regular updates on the Osborn Aquatic Center roof assessment and operations.

Questions

If you have questions, please reach out at [email protected].