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The City of Lawrence will expand construction for the Jayhawk Watershed project starting Monday. This phase will affect traffic on Tennessee and Seventh streets, plus access to the Watson Park basketball court.
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The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center opening has been delayed to Monday, June 1 after the city announced plans to open on Memorial Day.
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Lawrence’s outdoor pool will open for the season next week. Here are the hours and prices of admission and memberships.
The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board tabled conversations about rec center fee implementation and Outdoor Aquatic Center renovations after the October monthly meeting was canceled.
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The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center will host Pooch Plunge, the annual dogs-only pool party, before the pool is drained for the year.
The City of Lawrence has announced an updated two-phase timeline for renovations that should allow the Outdoor Aquatic Center to stay open for swim seasons.
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Save the date: Lawrence’s outdoor pool is set to open for the year on Monday, May 26. Splash pads will open the following day.
The City of Lawrence is seeking community feedback on the shape, size and amenities of the new shallow section of the outdoor pool.
City commissioners on Tuesday approved a nearly $550K payment to an architecture firm to design a renovation of the outdoor pool, but most of the discussion centered on broader frustrations from community members.
City commissioners on Tuesday will consider approving a $548,330 payment for an architecture firm to design renovations for the outdoor pool that maintain existing swim space. Some community members have ongoing concerns about the process.
