Board discusses Amana pool’s aging boiler, operating deficit and funding options
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Summary
The board heard a detailed usage and cost breakdown for the Amana community pool, was told the pool boiler is nearing end of life, and directed staff to pursue a business plan and potential donor/grant options including Whirlpool Foundation and the Clear Creek Amana Foundation.
Board members reviewed a district report on the Amana community pool that detailed usage patterns, operating revenues and expenses, and capital‑maintenance risks. Facilities staff said the boiler that serves the pool space and adjacent locker rooms is aging; a complete replacement of pool‑grade heating/ventilation equipment could be expensive, while a more limited water‑heating repair is less costly.
Facilities director Mori and board members discussed options to address the pool’s operating deficit, including increased fees, improved marketing of community rentals, and fundraising. The Clear Creek Amana Foundation holds roughly $30,000 designated for pool support; board members discussed soliciting gifts or grant applications from the Whirlpool Foundation or local donors and exploring an endowment approach to stabilize long‑term operations.
Board members emphasized the pool’s role for middle‑school practice, adaptive physical education and community programming and directed staff to develop a business plan that identifies deficit drivers and options for stabilizing the pool’s finances and capital plan. Board member Rick offered to reach out to potential donors and community partners to explore funding options.