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Residents debate $16 million pool bond and Malibu site at Payson council meeting
Summary
Dozens of residents urged the Payson Common Council either to approve or reject a proposed bond to build a new municipal pool, arguing over cost, location and alternative funding sources; no formal vote on the bond occurred at the Oct. 8 meeting.
Dozens of residents addressed the Payson Common Council on Oct. 8, 2025, urging divergent outcomes for a proposed bond authorization to build a new municipal pool and disputing the chosen Malibu site and the project’s stated cost.
Supporters said a new pool is a long‑needed community amenity that will serve growing numbers of families and can attract grant money; opponents said the Malibu proposal is too costly, opaque and should be reconsidered or built at Taylor Park instead.
Many speakers framed the issue as a choice about community investment. Laurie Vanover, a Payson resident, said, “I want a pool in this community. It doesn't matter to me if I never use it. I want…
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