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Council pushes Parks on pool access, vendor transitions and community outreach; Parks to convene stakeholders

Parks, Arts and Culture Committee, Denver (Consolidated County and City) · March 3, 2026
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Councilmembers asked why some nonprofit operators lost access to pools and rec centers and pressed Parks to improve outreach; Director Clark said many arrangements are permits, the department added nearly 150 swim‑lesson spots, and a stakeholder group will design a new fee structure requiring council approval.

Councilmembers used Wednesday’s Parks committee meeting to press staff about changes in access to pools and rec centers after several nonprofit operators lost space when contracts or permits expired.

Councilman Watson asked whether organizations such as Denver Squid have formal contracts or rely on seasonal permits, and how Parks intends to preserve community access while balancing cost…

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