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Richmond Parks reports vandalism at new trail nodes, strong pool season but lifeguard staffing limits season length; senior center reports membership growth
Summary
Parks staff reported vandalism at newly poured trail-node concrete, a strong pool season with 15,205 visits and lifeguard staffing constraints that shorten the swim season. The Richmond Senior Recreation Center reported membership growth and expanded programming; staff also described a dock-slip promotion and ongoing maintenance at the reservoir.
Park staff told the Richmond Parks and Recreation Board about damage to new trail amenities, pool attendance trends and senior-center programming during routine division reports.
Denise, the park superintendent, said crews found vandalism at three new trail nodes where concrete perimeters have been poured and pavers are still pending. "We did have a little bit of vandalism carved out," she said, and staff are discussing mitigation measures while finishing remaining concrete and installing pavers.
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