Rendering of the water slide that will be among the improvements at Lions Memorial Park in Mount Prospect. Courtesy of Mount Prospect

Lions Memorial Park in Mount Prospect will undergo a major renovation, including a new recreation center and expanded outdoor amenities at the 20.8-acre site.

Mount Prospect village board members approved the plan at Tuesday's meeting and also voted to help the project with financial incentives.

The Mount Prospect Park District plans to demolish the existing recreation center and swimming pool to make way for a modern 55,700-square-foot, two-story facility at 411 S. Maple St. and expanded pool facilities.

Voters approved a $46.2 million bond referendum last year to fund the project.

The new building will house a gymnasium, walking track, dance studio,

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