Free family swim event in Santa Maria on Saturday
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and last updated 2021-07-02 19:00:01-04
The City of Santa Maria is offering a free family swim event on Saturday, July 3.
The Star-Spangled Splash is a patriotic-themed event for the whole family.
It will include DJ music and games for kids between the ages of six and 12.
Star-Spangled Splash takes place from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center, located at 600 South McClelland Street.
Families are invited to bring a picnic lunch.
City of Santa Maria to close Paul Nelson pool to prevent virus spread
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and last updated 2020-12-30 18:42:22-05
The City of Santa Maria is closing the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center because of a growing number of COVID-19 cases among pool staff.
City officials say about 20 percent of the lifeguards at the aquatic center have either tested positive or been exposed to others who have tested positive for the virus. We are required by the County Health Order and the City s Safety Plan to close the Center, until at least January 14th, the quarantine period date, said Dennis Smitherman, Recreation Services Manager.
“We are required by the County Health Order and the city’s Safety Plan to close the center, until at least Jan. 14, the quarantine period date,” said Dennis Smitherman, recreation services manager.
“It could be imperative for a lifeguard to provide lifesaving maneuvers, which include close or physical contact. Spreading the virus to/from our patrons is a risk we must avoid,” Smitherman said. “We need our community and staff to be safe. We thank them for their understanding and cooperation as we navigate the impacts of this pandemic.”
The Paul Nelson Aquatic Center, at at 600 S. McClelland St., reopened in July after a major renovation, and a temporary closure due to budget constraints and to meet COVID-19 safety protocols. Since July, the center has been open for limited lap swimming, fitness classes and Santa Maria Swim Club use. About 100 people per day use the center’s pool.
A popular Central Coast community pool has been closed because of COVID-19 concerns. About 20 percent of the lifeguard staff at the Paul Nelson Aquatic
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