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Seniors urge National City to reopen Las Palmas pool; staff says April target

National City City Council · March 18, 2025
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Multiple older residents pressed the council for clarity and speed on repairs to Las Palmas pool; Public Works Director Steve Manganell said mechanical parts are being replaced and staff is hopeful the pool will reopen next month in April.

Seniors and regular pool users told the National City City Council they’re frustrated by the extended closure of the Las Palmas pool and asked for a concrete timeline and better communication from city staff.

Yolanda Contreras said she had been told in October that the pool would reopen in March, but the facility remained closed and she said the water-based exercise she depends on for arthritis was unavailable. "We just…

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