AGENCY TESTIMONY
Infrastructure investments in pools and aquatic facilities
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Commissioner Donoghue highlights the administration's commitment to investing in building and repairing pools and related facilities to ensure equitable access to safe swimming spaces.
- Reopening of a historic pool in Queens following a transformative renovation
- $19 million investment in the renovation of the city's oldest and largest pool
- Reconstruction of the pool shell, installation of new filtration, recirculation, and treatment systems
- Upgrades to improve pool operations and enhance visitor experience
Sue Donoghue
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This administration believes it's critical for New Yorkers to have equitable access to beautiful and safe swimming spaces during the hot summer months.
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And we're committed to investing in building and repairing our pools and related facilities.
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Most notably, This summer, we were very pleased to reopen 1 of the jewels of our park system, a storied pool in Queens, following a transformative renovation.
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This historic pool, which is the city's oldest and largest at nearly ninety years old and over a full acre in size underwent a full scale renovation, representing a $19,000,000 investment in this beloved community amenity.
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We reconstructed the pool shell, installed new filtration, recirculation, and treatment systems, and upgraded other elements to improve pool operations and provide a more enjoyable experience for pool visitors.
