City Seeks Public Input on Pools

How should the city address its aging community pools?

With annual operating costs of $1.6 million and annual revenue of $500,000, the city is taking a long look at just how it can best serve the community and cut costs when it comes to the five city pools. 

With the exception of , the majority of the pools are more than 30 years old with “outdated infrastructure that does not meet current standards,” according to a May aquatic facilities study (PDF) put together by consultants for the city.

To gather community input on the issue, the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities wil host a public meeting at 7 p.m. on Sept. 19 at the .