Summary
The city's aquatics program serves about 1,200 swim lesson kids a year, partners with the YMCA and Boys & Girls Club to keep costs down, and offers scholarships. Free swim days are coming, plus popular events like Dive-In Movie Nights.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Scholarships and low fees reduce cost barriers for families; program is funded within the department budget.
Local families and kids learning to swim, especially those who need financial help.
If no alternative is found by June 16, the city's tight budget could force cuts elsewhere to keep the pool open.
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Recreation and Parks Commission
The city's aquatics program serves about 1,200 swim lesson kids a year, partners with the YMCA and Boys & Girls Club to keep costs down, and offers scholarships. Free swim days are coming, plus popular events like Dive-In Movie Nights.
City Council Meeting
The preliminary budget proposed closing the city's only public pool December through May to save $344,000. After more than 120 written comments and in-person testimony, the council pulled the closure from the budget and will work with the swim club on alternatives before June 16.
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