Mahaska County YMCA Navitorium scaffolding removed; pool coatings and structural repairs advancing

City staff presented a progress report on the Mahaska County YMCA Navitorium rehabilitation project Monday, reporting that contractors had removed most scaffolding and completed key structural and coating work as scheduled.

A presenter identified as Stuart Tim described the most recent milestones: scaffolding erected earlier has now been removed; the recreation (rec) pool passed a leak test and crews have applied final coatings to pool walls; helical piers were installed with on‑site inspection and grouting; and electricians and other trades continue smaller finishes and caulking. Tim said the project team follows a five‑week look‑ahead schedule to track upcoming tasks.

Photos shown to council captured before and after cleaning and coatings on the rec pool and progress on the competition pool base and helical pier installations. The presenter said the scaffolding will be completely removed by the next day and that pool work will proceed from the top down on precast panels and pool walls.

Council members asked about the project timeline; staff confirmed the target completion date remains August 28, 2026. The presenter said staff will provide additional progress photos at the next meeting and that the construction manager maintains scheduled inspections and testing; an on‑site consultant inspected mechanical torque on pier installations and oversaw testing documentation.

No formal council action was required; the update was informational and the council thanked staff for the report.