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Kevin Lyon

25:04 - 26:02

"The district remains committed to maintaining community access to the facility during the fiscal year 2027, including lap swim, open swim opportunities, swim instruction Saturday rentals for community groups and individuals."

“The district remains committed to maintaining community access to the facility during the fiscal year 2027, including lap swim, open swim opportunities, swim instruction Saturday rentals for community groups and individuals.”
Speaker
Kevin Lyon
Community
Alaska News
Location
Kenai
Captured at
August 19, 2026

From the transcript

I would like to express our appreciation from the district for your consideration of Resolution 2026-57. Kenai Central High School pool is a valuable asset to the community that serves students, families, and residents throughout the city of Kenai and surrounding areas. The district remains committed to maintaining community access to the facility during the fiscal year 2027, including lap swim, open swim opportunities, swim instruction Saturday rentals for community groups and individuals. Uh, the request contribu— or the requested contribution will help offset rising utility costs for associated with operating the pool and will directly support the continued operations of the, of this service. Um, I'm going to say this partnership between the City of Kenai and the district demonstrates a shared commitment to providing, uh, opportunities and promoting water safety and ensuring that this important community asset, uh, remains available for the residents.

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