How do state parks bond measures fund splash pads?

Periodic state-level parks bonds are a major source of splash pad money. Examples: California Proposition 68 ($4.1B in 2018) seeded the Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program for park-poor neighborhoods; New York's 2022 Environmental Bond Act ($4.2B) included parks and climate-resilience pots; Florida's Land Acquisition Trust Fund and Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) routinely fund splash pads at $50K-$200K per project. Each program has its own scoring matrix — common factors include proximity to LMI populations, lack of nearby existing parks, ADA accessibility, public-input documentation, and shovel-readiness (preliminary design, permits, environmental review complete). Applications usually require formal city-council resolution authorizing the application, a maintenance commitment, and 25-50% local match. Bond cycles open every 1-3 years. Search '[your state] parks grant program' or contact your state parks department's grants office. Bonds are usually non-recurring; budget conservatively.