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Residents and coaches push Kennewick council for indoor aquatics facility
Summary
During public comment at the May 6 Kennewick City Council meeting, multiple coaches, swim-club leaders and residents urged the city to pursue an indoor competitive aquatic center, citing safety, youth programs and unmet community demand.
Multiple swim coaches, club leaders and residents urged the Kennewick City Council on May 6 to prioritize an indoor public aquatics facility, saying the Tri Cities area lacks sufficient year-round pool capacity for lessons, competitive teams and water-safety programs.
Speakers described long waiting lists for teams and lessons, argued indoor facilities would improve public safety and youth opportunities, and asked the council to help move the project from discussion to action. Several speakers said existing pool space is privately owned and fully booked, limiting programs for school teams, Special Olympics, and community lessons.
Who spoke: Jason Hart…
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