Electrical damage forces temporary closure of Byron outdoor pool, recreation programs
City officials will contact those registered at Byron location to arrange alternatives or a refund
Byron's outdoor pool and recreational programs at the site will be closed starting Thursday as a result of electrical damage from this week's severe weather, city officials say.
The pool's pumping system was damaged and is undergoing repairs, causing all activities to be cancelled for the coming week heading into July.
"We know how much the community was looking forward to using the pool this weekend, and we will be working on resolving this issue as quickly as possible," said Jon-Paul McGonigle, the city's director of recreation and sport in a news release.
City officials will contact anyone who is registered for programs at the Byron location to find alternatives or arrange a refund. The city will continue to provide information about when the pool will reopen, it said in the release.
All other outdoor and wading pools operated by the city will be open seven days a week throughout the summer, starting on Saturday. Information on current programs, hours and schedules can be found online.