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Lakewood recreation department marks 100 years; officials cite rising youth participation, pool plans and volunteer recruitment
Summary
Recreation officials told the Lakewood Board of Education the department is celebrating its 100th year, is seeing rising youth-sport participation, has a Beck's Pool construction plan for 2027, and is expanding lifeguard training and volunteer/umpire certification efforts to meet demand.
Mark Walter and Leslie Favor Krogman presented a centennial update from the Lakewood recreation department to the board on Nov. 24, outlining participation growth, programming priorities and operational responsibilities that support the school district.
Walter said the department's "North Star" is to "have fun, build friendships, and improve skills," and noted partnerships with varsity coaches, community groups and the Lakewood Ranger Education…
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