After its initial opening day was pushed back past Memorial Day, the revamped Leawood Aquatic Center now has a tentative opening date of Monday, June 6, city staff announced this week.
Date pending: On Monday, tje Leawood Parks and Recreation Department announced on its Facebook page that June 6 was now the new “tentative” reopening date.
- It’s dependent in part on whether the city is able to get a final permit that enforces the city’s property maintenance code standards by requiring that an inspection be done to ensure that building is safe for occupancy.
Background: The city originally planned to open the new-look center for Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 28, the traditional start of summer and when nearly all other outdoor public pools in Johnson County open for the season.
- However, delays attributed by the city to supply chain issues and labor shortages, along with a rainy spring, caused prompted the opening date to be put on hold.
The renovations: The purpose of the Aquatic Center’s renovations is to provide better functionality and amenities at the city’s main public pool, according to the city.
- The pool house is being replaced with new amenities, including a new pool, concession stands and bathrooms.
- Additionally, a new bike hub is also being constructed just to the west of the facility.
Pool passes: All pre-purchased pool passes will be available for pick-up at the Aquatic Center starting opening day.
- Residents interested in receiving a refund for their already-purchased pool pass must contact the parks and recreation department before opening day.
Dates and pricing: Upon completion, the Aquatic Center will be open daily from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., until it closes for the season on Monday, Sept. 5.
- Daily admission costs $9 for non-residents and $6 for residents, while children under 12 months are free.
- For pool passes, non-residents can purchase one for $65, and residents can buy one for $40.