Avalon pool closure

Avalon pool closure&emsp;&emsp;Avalon officials have announced that the borough's swimming pool will not open to the public this summer.&emsp;&emsp;According to a statement issued by Avalon Council:&emsp;&emsp;"During the operation and maintenance of the pool during this past 2023 season, the Public Works Department discovered that the swimming pool was leaking massive amounts of water from an unknown source. Emergency repairs were conducted in an effort to identify and isolate the leaks in order to keep the pool open last summer, but more intensive investigations and repairs will be needed to fully identify and repair these issues.&emsp;&emsp;"During the closure, Avalon Borough will be excavating certain areas in and around the pump house, conducting tests and monitoring water usage along with identifying and repairing potential leak sources.&emsp;&emsp;"In addition to these immediate issues, the pool is also in need of a new replacement liner, new off-season cover, repair/replacement of the iconic frog, and additional upgrades needed for a more complete restoration. These investments and repairs are currently estimated to cost approximately $350,000. The Borough has already begun to actively seek out and apply for grants from multiple sources to help with these high restoration costs."