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Grants Pass council weighs pool repairs, school district demolition request and funding options
Summary
Parks staff told the council the Caveman Pool needs major repairs or replacement; estimates discussed ranged from a modest stabilization package (~$1.1M) to broader rebuilds ($1.5M–$2.5M), and School District 7 asked for roughly $275,000 to demolish the pool if it takes the property. Council asked staff to scope stabilization work and funding options.
Parks Superintendent Josh Hopkins told the Grants Pass City Council that the Caveman Pool is leaking, mechanically deteriorated and requires either substantial repairs or replacement, and councilors discussed funding options including URA funds, private donations, a potential bond and a request from School District 7 for demolition assistance.
Hopkins said the pool’s concrete basin is about 75 years old and is seeping water; valves, piping and the mechanical room have also failed in places. Staff offered ballpark figures: a "bare minimum" repair package (liner, decking, and some mechanical work) was…
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