Committee approves resolution to test Hales Corners pool systems; village and county will explore operations

The committee voted unanimously (5-0) to adopt a resolution requesting that Milwaukee County Parks conduct system tests for the Hales Corners pool and return with cost and repair information to inform next steps.

Supervisor Lisa Logsdon, who represents the area, told the committee the village and local residents requested an assessment so community leaders can evaluate whether the village might operate or partner on a reopening. Parks staff said the county can inspect the liner, the filtration equipment and related systems and provide a scope and cost estimate; a village official earlier told the committee fire hydrant water could be used to test filling the basin.

Why it matters

Committee members said they want accurate cost estimates before any commitment and noted countywide capital pressures. Parks staff said they are recruiting lifeguards in numbers sufficient to expand hours at existing pools and that lifeguard availability remains a factor when scheduling pool openings.

Next steps

The committee adopted the resolution and directed Parks to conduct the tests and return with a report on likely repairs and costs, after which any consideration of a village-operated model or a lease would require additional approvals.