Tonight was the night. They rescinded closing the pool. It is still on the table. Discussions are open. They have committed to forming a committee to discuss all legalities. The voices were strong for and questions were flowing, but it is amazing that we, the taxpayers, both direct and indirectly, have to fight for this. As Mr. Welch stated this has come down to a public safety issue too.
Our mayor had a nice letter that he and Mr. Welch had discussed things and we were lead to believe there was a LeRoy Pool, LLC that was interested in purchasing and running the pool. We were mislead. There is no group. It is still the volunteers and private donors. One thing is for certain THE WINDS OF CHANGE ARE COMING! Granted not everyone wants the pool and as one person stated weighing needs and wants. Well I believe if we are going to rebuild our industry here we need to start at the foundation of this community- THE POOL! One taxpayer stood up and said when they started looking at our community they thought it was great we had a community pool. She was, however, saddened that the first year they were here the pool closed. That was a selling feature to move here!
I would like to say tonight I believe we all stood up for what is right. I would like to stress that I am especially happy they rescinded the closing and even happier that Jennifer Keys, Village Board member motioned to have it that they committ to getting the committee together to check into all legalities and such for volunteers and donations. As Mr. Rogers, another board member, stated we are closer than ever to coming to an agreement. We are by no means near the end, but if we can unite as elected officials and citizens this will get done.
We have that welling of support that got the pool built. We have that community spirit. We are beginning a new era of growth through change.
I was very impressed that even our Town Board was in attendance. It was mentioned that maybe even the Village could lease or sell it to the Town to run as they already have our Recreation program. The possibilities are endless!
Just a reminder to never be afraid to have passion and stand up for what you believe in the possibilities are limitless! When we each use our voices and come together anything is possible!
