Riverside County officials said plans are in place Thursday for a groundbreaking ceremony and lease renewal signing at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park on Saturday.
Local leaders, veterans representatives and county officials will deliver speeches at the 10 a.m. ceremony aimed at recognizing another three decades of a secured recreational space.
The ceremony will be followed by a community celebration at 11:30 a.m., with free food and music.
“Updated amenities will mean more activities for people of all ages to utilize this park,” Fourth District Supervisor V. Manuel Perez said in a statement. “This lease agreement and upcoming improvements will preserve Lake Cahuilla as a cherished destination for generations to come.”
According to Perez, the agreement comes with an investment worth more than $12 million. Funds will be targeted at fixing and reopening the pool, installing splash pads and adding more greenery, among other upgrades.
Officials said the ceremony is about both commemorating the start of the improvements and honoring the park’s significance to the veteran community.
“This project is not just about upgrading facilities — it’s about creating a lasting space where veterans, their families and the surrounding community can experience the beauty and serenity of the Coachella Valley,” said Richard Contreras, director of government relations at KYA, the event’s sponsor.