Pool Hours Cut Amid Lifeguard Shortage
Summary
Reduced lifeguard staffing has cut county pool hours, hurting swim teams and families. Staff unveiled a new rotating schedule starting November 18 that keeps every pool open six hours a day, six days a week, but swimmers may need to drive to a different pool. The board wants a policy on letting coaches or volunteers serve as lifeguards back ASAP.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
None stated directly; staffing shortages rather than budget cuts drive the reduced hours.
Swimmers who can adapt to the rotating schedule; water aerobics and learn-to-swim programs continue.
Swim team families and morning swimmers lose their preferred pool times until lifeguard staffing improves.
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