Parks commissioners push to join Roswell recreation decisions
Roswell Parks and Recreation Commission members protested being left out of long term plans for Cahoon Park Pool, a new youth recreation center at Cielo Grande and the municipal golf course. They cited lack of advance notice on April pool decommissioning, while staff outlined plans for a $9 million recreation center and a $7 million aquatic center component.
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Jim Burress
Parks Commissioners
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Dave Blewett
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Local youth educator leads MainStreet Roswell chief
Kathy Lay, a former kindergarten teacher and preschool director, was chosen to head Main Street Roswell. She began on September 14 as executive director of the downtown preservation group, which coordinates events like the UFO Festival and Chile Cheese Festival while offering marketing and funding support. The full time role pays $30,000 annually.
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Elderly locator program moves forward in county
The city Commission on Aging reports the county's elderly locator program is still in development. Chairman absence shifts follow up to Lynne Ybarra and Renee Swickard, who will coordinate with the Alzheimer's Association and area law enforcement. The program may seek Project Lifesaver grants to fund GPS bracelet locators for seniors with dementia or those at risk of wandering.
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Lynne Ybarra
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Roswell outlines plans for $16 million aquatic and recreation centers
City leaders approved a $7 million aquatic facility and a $9 million recreation center at the Cielo Grande Recreation Area in northwest Roswell. Voter approval may be required for general obligation bonds to fund the projects, with openings targeted for spring 2019. Additional public meetings have been scheduled to gather residents’ input.
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