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Lubbock’s Pool Dilemma This Summer | Lubbock News
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- Jul 14, 2026
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Summary
Lubbock’s sweltering summer just got hotter with no public pools in sight—Clapp Pool’s been closed since 2023, and rebuilding it? Way too expensive. Councilman David Bruegel says the old pools are crumbling, leaking, and unsafe, needing either major repairs or a full rebuild. With construction costs soaring and ticket sales barely covering expenses, the city’s footing most of the bill. A new pool? Likely means a bond election, not the regular budget. No firm plans yet, but an aquatic center for year-round use is on the table. The real challenge? Balancing recreation with essential services like public safety and infrastructure—something the council will need to unite on to make it happen. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c253d4419f3ce058