Presenters say White Salmon Pool planning documents are complete; therapy pool cost estimated at about $800,000

Karen Boroughs and Lily Von Mosch, presenters on the White Salmon Pool project, told the Trout Lake Community Council on May 6 that the project’s planning documents and permits are complete. "All planning documents and permits are now complete," they said during their presentation, and they reviewed alternatives including building a new kid pool or refurbishing the existing facility.

Council members pressed for details about costs and operations. Committee member Pat asked whether a kid pool could be added; the presenters said a cost-analysis comparing phase 2 versus refurbishing is underway. When asked about a dedicated therapy pool, the presenters provided a preliminary estimate: "Approximately $800,000 (preliminary)." The presenters also said user-fee structures have not been determined and that the group would need to update infrastructure to meet the 2018 electrical code if work proceeds.

The presenters noted the project’s history—an original plan dating to 2010 led by Mt. Adams Parks & Rec—and answered questions about annexation and fallback plans. In response to a question from Committee member Daina about annexation for levy purposes, presenters said annexation would require a petition of 25 signatures in unincorporated areas and that a petition is slated for an upcoming election. They also told the council that if external funding fell through the group remains committed but must address updated code requirements.

The council did not take a formal vote on funding or a preferred option; presenters left outstanding items including final cost analysis, fee structures, and whether the pool would operate seasonally or year-round.