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Aquatics report flags aging pool systems, UV sanitation requirements and rising chemical costs
Summary
Aquatics staff reported a roughly 5% revenue decline to about $100,201 in the reporting period, cited staffing and certification costs, aging pool equipment, the requirement for secondary sanitation (UV) tied to public-safety standards, and supply/chemical price pressures affecting operations.
The aquatics business manager (Hailey) presented the aquatic program’s October–March results and operational issues. The division reported approximately $100,201 in first-half revenue (a roughly 5% decline versus the prior comparable period), increased daily attendance and senior-program participation, but elevated staff certification and facility maintenance costs tied to the pool’s age.
Staff highlighted compliance and safety features: they cited the need for redundant sanitation systems (including a UV unit) required under national pool safety expectations (discussed in the meeting as the Virginia Graeme Baker Act requirement for anti-entrapment and certain safety systems). Managers said a failing or offline UV unit would require closure of certain features and that the pool’s age increases manual oversight and staffing demands. Staff also reported continued increases in chemical prices and occasional supply delays, which complicate operations and inventory planning.
Staff said they are evaluating equipment upgrades that could reduce manual staffing needs but would require upfront capital investment; they will continue tracking cost/benefit and bring options to the board as needed.
