By Sharon Casselman
It’s always sad to see the pool close at the end of summer. The old swimming hole, now empty, looks desolate; chairs and diving boards are put away, the lifeguard office is empty and the familiar sound of kids having fun can only be faintly heard coming from a distant soccer field.

On the other hand, there is a sense of relief that accompanies the sad feeling. Relief knowing, no one was seriously hurt, no outbreaks of cryptosporidium, or near drownings. This doesn’t happen by chance, it takes a “swim team” to keep the Community Center pool a safe place to swim. The “team” includes a well-managed and trained aquatic staff, parents that watch their children, and kids that know and follow the pool rules. More than 6,000 people visited the pool this year and lifeguards alone cannot solely be responsible for the well-being of that many people. Fortunately, most pool-goers respect and listen to the lifeguards. The aquatic staff also taught over 300 adults and children how to swim. Not only is the ability to swim a lifelong skill but it can literally save you or your child’s life.

All of these things help us keep everyone safe while visiting the Community Center pool and for this, the entire aquatic staff says thank you for a great summer and being a part of our winning “team”!

See you next summer!

Amy, OJ, Zach, Shannon, Greg, Kelsey, Michelle, Jo, Amanda, Lindsey, Bailey, Marcus, Clay, Kaitlin, Sonny, Alyssa, Megan, Kelly, Melody, Nick, Abby, Andrea and Zippy too!

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