Kimberley Aquatic Centre closing for upgrades in September

Upgrades are on the horizon for the Kimberley Aquatic Centre, meaning the facility will be shut down for a few weeks starting early September.

The City says the work being done on the pool this year represents a more than $748,000 investment, this includes installing new boilers, heat exchangers and a pool filtration system.

This will be the first phase of upgrades to the pool, another phase is set to begin in January will will last approximately four weeks.

The upcoming closure of the Kimberley Aquatic Centre is from September 4 – October 3.

Find more information from the City of Kimberley below:

The Kimberley Aquatic Centre is undergoing a comprehensive upgrade project. In light of this work, the facility will be temporarily closed to the public from September 4th to October 3rd.

Work includes the installation of new boilers, heat exchangers, and a pool filtration system. This investment, totaling $748,515.00, aims to address persistent maintenance challenges and equipment failures that have occurred over the past three years.

Nicole Halasz, Manager of Parks and Facilities, emphasized that the project is designed to occur in two phases. The first phase will take place from September to October, followed by the second phase scheduled to begin January and last approximately 4-weeks. These phases will ensure minimal disruption to the aquatic centre’s operations.

“The decision to invest in these replacements was prompted by the need to overcome the ongoing maintenance issues that have affected the facility’s performance,” Halasz stated. “By installing state-of-the-art boilers, efficient heat exchangers, and a modern pool filtration system, we are confident that the Kimberley Aquatic Centre will emerge as a more reliable, energy-efficient, and enjoyable venue for the community.”

During the closure period, the administrative staff of the Aquatic Centre will be available to assist the community in registering for the upcoming October-December programming. Residents are encouraged to check the city’s website for regular project updates and progress reports on the renovation.

The City of Kimberley looks forward to having an improved Kimberley Aquatic Centre. For more information and updates about the Kimberley Aquatic Centre upgrade project, please visit www.kimberley.ca. To explore the upcoming programming opportunities, kindly refer to the October-December programming calendar available on the city’s website or contact the Aquatic Centre’s staff.

– Article includes information from City of Kimberley