Break The Ice
Break The Ice for Summer Fun!
It may seem too early to think about summer pools, but not for
the Tulsa Parks Department. The goal for the "Break
The Ice" pool drive this year is $300,000 - enough to open
five pools in 2010.
As of February 18th, $70,000 has been raised.
"Every year we look for sponsors to help get the pools opened,
maintained, and staffed," describes Lucy Dolman, Parks
Director. "Last year, we were fortunate to raise $125,000
from companies and individuals that, when combined with budget
dollars, was enough to open eight pools. Due to budget cuts,
we currently have nothing in the budget for pools. Any pools
opened this year will be because of donations only."
The youngest pool is over 30 years old, so even general
maintenance can be very expensive. "Break The Ice" reminds
people to start thinking and planning this winter for pools to be
opened next summer.
If enough funding is reached, those pools scheduled to open
are:
Berry
Park
5002 N. Wheeling Avenue
Lacy
Park
2134 N. Madison Place
McClure Park 7440 E. 7th
Street
Reed
Park
4233 S. Yukon
Whiteside Park 4009 S. Pittsburg
Depending on the Sponsorship
Level, perks include season pool passes, private pool parties,
and pool name recognition. Any size donations can be made by
printing the Donation Form and
mailing in a check. For more information, call 596-PARK.
