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Monrovia parents, students press school board to fix long-closed Monrovia High pool
Summary
Community members told the Monrovia Unified School District board the Monrovia High aquatics facility has been unusable for about 10 months and urged the district to release design plans and fund repairs; the board said designs are expected on the Sept. 10 agenda.
Community members urged the Monrovia Unified School District board in public comment to repair the Monrovia High School pool, which they said has been "unused for 10 months" and is in "very bad condition." Karen DeClue, speaking during the Aug. 13 and Aug. 27 meetings, told the board the pool closure has affected student athletics, summer jobs and senior citizens who rely on a local, accessible facility.
The public outcry centered on the lack of published design plans and a timeline for repairs. Board member comments and the meeting presenters said designs for the pool were expected to appear on the Sept. 10 board meeting agenda. Board members and supporters said…
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