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Hopewell council directs staff to work with Nova South swim team to expand pool access and explore MOU changes
Summary
After residents and Nova South coaches described morning-hour shortages and lane conflicts, the council unanimously directed the city manager and staff to work with the swim team on a revised contract and to present a plan within 60 days for extended pool hours and weekend service.
Residents and representatives of Nova South Swimming told Hopewell City Council the city’s Hubbell Community Center pool hours and lane allocations limit citizen access and strain a long-standing partnership with a year-round competitive swim team.
“Like, we're all on the same team,” said Lauren Waterworth, head coach of Nova South Swimming, urging cooperation between the team and the community center. Waterworth said the team provides lifeguards and other operational support to keep the facility open during some morning and evening hours and argued the partnership benefits both swimmers and residents.
Mr. Royster, who identified himself as principal at Carter G. Woodson Middle School and a long-time coach and parent, told council that the swim team needs consistent access to multiple lanes to serve novice and competitive groups. "We are…
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