Si View Park District runs the only public pool in the Snoqualmie Valley, surrounded by rivers. Our community’s needs for swim lessons and aquatics long ago outgrew our tiny but beloved pool built in 1938. Community surveys consistently show that families want a new Aquatic Center. All ages will benefit, from preschool swim lessons, teen lifeguard classes, to seniors’ fitness programs. An Aquatic Center provides healthy fun: Interactive water play features (slide, lazy river), lap lanes, and outdoor splash pads, serving the whole family.
Si View is fiscally responsible: Bond rating agencies recognize Si View’s excellent fiscal management with an AA rating. The Aquatic Center Feasibility study includes a financial plan. Our community knows that our locally-managed Si View Park District excels at managing parks, facilities and rec programs. Si View Prop 2 is a one-time levy lift to support Aquatic Center operational costs.
Expansion opportunity: Future build-out could include a competition pool, and more rec space.
Timing: Building costs increase over time. A new Aquatic Center now would be less expensive than in future. Ultimately, our voters should make the decision of when is the right time to build this community asset. Vote Yes for Si View!
Linda Grez, lindagrez@comcast.net
