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Antigo board forms task force to try to keep Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center open
Summary
After hours of public testimony about the pool’s community uses and budget shortfalls, the Antigo school board created a district‑led task force of board members, former pool‑board members and foundation representatives to pursue fundraising, operational options and short‑term measures that will keep the facility running through May 1.
The Unified School District of Antigo board voted Tuesday to form a district‑led task force aimed at keeping the Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center operating while the district and community explore longer‑term funding and governance options.
Community members, students and foundation representatives packed the meeting and urged the board to collaborate rather than close the pool. Mary Joe Filbrandt told trustees “do not take action tonight” and asked the board to “sit down with a group of us and really focus on how we can solve this situation,” citing existing grant opportunities and a large benefactor who is willing to help.…
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