University Heights addresses emergency pool repairs, schedules leak detection and maintenance review

University Heights Service Director Alan Pennington told the Recreation Committee on June 18 that the pool’s waterslide motor suffered a “catastrophic failure” and cannot be rebuilt, and staff are seeking quotes to replace it as soon as parts are available. Pennington said he expects pricing from the contractor within days and estimated installation could be a week to two weeks after parts arrive.

The motor is older and “somewhat unique,” Pennington said, after consulting original pool plans to identify the motor brand and impeller size. He told the committee the motor’s impeller is 8.25 inches and that the last rebuild was roughly nine years ago. Pennington said the replacement will likely be treated as an emergency repair and may require a future budget adjustment.

Committee members also pressed for a plan to address a suspected pool leak. Pennington said he has contacted American Leak Detection to schedule pressure testing and leak…