New design of Diamond Park could feature outdoor performance space, ‘move away’ from fountain
Plans are in motion to revamp Diamond Park in Butler, according to county commissioners at a Monday meeting.
The park is home to several monuments and a fountain, but Commissioner Leslie Osche said a few changes could make the whole area look different.
“The monuments are obviously stationary; we’re looking at maybe an adaptation of a water feature. We want to move away from the fountain,” she said. “We’re looking at a pavilion of sorts for an outdoor performance space and for ceremonies.”
The project is still in early design stages, meaning cost estimates on the project are not complete.
“Prices could change in two years,” Commissioner Kevin Boozel said.
The board approved hiring Ashlar Architecture and Engineering to create refined master plan concepts for the park at a cost that does not exceed $7,000.
Diamond Park was established on a site where two Butler County courthouses once stood. One burned in 1853, the other in 1883.
