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Burlington’s Pool Allocation Dispute Puts Aquatic Clubs at Odds

Two swim clubs clash over Burlington’s pool schedules, and the city’s next move could spark an audit—or even a courtroom showdown. Who will dive in first?

In this image in the center there is a swimming pool, and on the right side and left side there are...
In this image in the center there is a swimming pool, and on the right side and left side there are some plants, trees, fence. And in the swimming pool there are some people swimming, in the background there are some people, umbrella, trees. On the left side there is a pole, and on the right side there are building and some people and a pole.

Burlington’s Pool Allocation Dispute Puts Aquatic Clubs at Odds

A swimming pool allocation issue in Burlington has sparked discussions at City Hall. The Burlington Aquatic Devilrays (BAD) and Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club (GHAC) are at odds, with BAD seeking changes to the agreement. An audit and potential legal zoom are on the table as the city considers its options.

The dispute has led to meetings between BAD executive members, including Zohair Khan, and city officials like Emilie Cote, Director of Recreation, Community and Culture. BAD is pushing for changes to the swimming pool allocation, but GHAC has threatened legal zoom if any of its pool time is taken away.

The city has not yet made a decision, with Mayor Marianne Meed Ward neither admitting a mistake nor making a false decision in favor of BAD. Instead, the city is considering an audit of the issue, set to take place after Council approves the motion on November 18. If the matter remains unresolved, it may need to be addressed at the municipal diplomatic level or even the judiciary level.

The swimming pool allocation issue in Burlington is ongoing. An audit is planned, and legal zoom is a possibility if GHAC's pool time is affected. The city and the clubs are engaged in discussions, with no admission of wrongdoing from Mayor Marianne Meed Ward. The resolution of this matter is expected to have significant implications for both clubs and the city.

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