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Leawood sets tentative opening day of June 6 for renovated aquatic center

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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.

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.

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Nikki Lansford
Nikki Lansford

Hi! I’m Nikki, and I cover the city of Overland Park.

I grew up in southern Overland Park and graduated from Olathe East before going on to earn a degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. At Mizzou, I worked as a reporter and editor at the Columbia Missourian. Prior to joining the Post, I had also done work for the Northeast News, PolitiFact Missouri and Kaiser Health News.

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