Ground has officially broken on the forthcoming splash pad located at Lions Park in West Liberty. A grand opening has been scheduled for May 23. The splash pad will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday evenings from 4 to 8 p.m. are also being reserved for private party rentals at a cost of $125, and will include shelter house number 3. Proceeds will go towards winterizing the facility, as well as seasonal opening and closing costs. Call the village office, 465-2716 to make reservations.