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Residents press council for answers as Las Palmas pool repairs continue; city says reopening expected in April
Summary
Residents urged the council to reopen Las Palmas Pool, citing health and mobility benefits; Public Works Director Steve Manganel said mechanical repairs are nearly complete and staff hopes to reopen the pool next month but did not specify funding sources.
Multiple residents told the City Council they want the Las Palmas pool reopened as soon as possible, describing the facility as vital for seniors, exercise and community life. Speaker Yolanda Contreras said she used the pool for arthritis relief and repeated the question, “Where's the money going?” after residents reported repeated schedule changes and delays.
Public Works and Engineering Director Steve Manganel explained the closure was driven by necessary mechanical repairs: pumps and other pool systems required replacement and ordered parts were delayed. “The main reason for the…
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