Gilbert: Urban lake renovations include dredging

Gilbert Parks and Recreation, Gilbert, Arizona, is launching a multiyear project to improve its urban lakes.

According to the town officials, the improvements aim to ensure the long-term sustainability and functionality of these community spaces.

The project will include:

• Lake dredging and liner replacements;
• Sediment and seepage testing;
• Pump replacements and upgrades;
• Turf removal to prevent runoff;
• Installation of aerator equipment;
• Reconditioning of pump stations.

Construction is expected to begin in early 2025, beginning with Cosmo Park. The water level drawdown will begin in mid-January, the Town said.

These updates will cause a closure of the Cosmo Dog Park beach and lake from mid-January through summer 2025.