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Staff recommends possible closure of Bradfield rec center, cites $2.2M repairs and service relocations
Summary
Staff presented a proposal to close Bradfield Recreation Center and Pool pending council action, citing an estimated $2.2 million in repair needs and a roughly $400,000 demolition/securement cost; staff described relocation plans for programs and instructors.
Staff told the board that council is considering reallocating funds that would close Bradfield Rec Center and its pool as part of the proposed budget package. Keith Reagan said staff estimated known repair needs at about $2,200,000, adding that "when you do repairs... there might be more repairs underneath that we don't know about." He said demolition/security to stabilize the site if closed would be roughly $400,000 and that repairing the pool bulkhead and other mechanical systems could uncover additional costs.
Reagan described a transition plan if the council approves reallocation: many instructors could move to other centers, day-camp participants (STARS) would be relocated to fields, and swim lessons would be moved to Holford and other facilities. He said staff estimate net savings in the short term but warned the decision is not final and has sentimental community opposition.
