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Originally Posted by Whalen
Please see email sent to Mr. Rohan and his response.
Dear Mr. Rohan,
As you probably know there is a storm brewing over exercise classes being held at the neighborhood pools. And I am also sure you realize we do not have a sufficient number of sport's pools to accommodate our growing population.
I think I might have a way to ease this situation a little. We currently have 18 family pools south of rte 466. These pools are underutilized during most of the year. I suggest 3 days a week each FP be opened for adults only from 7 to 11AM. on alternating days. For example, Truman adult days Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Odell Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday. Sundays would be open to families all day,These hours and days are only suggestions but I do think this is something to think about.
Thank you and your staff for a job well done.
Thanks for the suggestion. While there are nine sports pools, we have ample time for scheduling water exercise classes. We encounter this situation from time to time when we open up new areas in our hometown. It really is an expectation, understanding, and function of our facilities and programming that needs to occur. Once we get this alignment in place it will help folks better enjoy their lifestyle.
John Rohan
Director of Recreation
984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, FL 32162
Ph: 352.674.1800 Fax: 352.674.1805
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Whalen,
Thank you for trying to start a conversation that could solve a problem.
I think you have put forth a really good idea for a way to accommodate more water aerobics classes by scheduling time to be shared in the family pools. Your idea could make optimum use of the facilities without literally or figuratively stepping on anybody's toes. The grandkids should know the sharing drill, and besides, the kids still would have plenty of pool time.
I do not understand Mr. Rohan's answer. I read it three times. It makes no sense. Should I question my own reading comprehension ability -- or his?
It seems like he might have completely missed the point you are making about the family pools and thinks you are talking about the regional sports pools.
You have made such a reasonable suggestion. It should not be ignored. It is worth looking into.
Note: I just noticed that when Whalen's post is quoted, it is difficult to read the part written by Mr. Rohan. This is a long thread. The reference point for this is Post 133.