Sioux City Times

The Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the reopening of the Leif Erikson public swimming pool following a temporary closure. The department has taken significant steps to enhance security measures to reaffirm our commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all our valued pool patrons.

Following an isolated physical disturbance at Leif Erikson Pool that was promptly addressed by local law enforcement last week, staff have been working diligently to reinforce security protocols and implement additional measures to prevent such incidents from happening again.

As part of our commitment to the safety and well-being of our patrons, we have collaborated with law enforcement agencies to implement additional security protocols. New security measures include:

• Increased Security Personnel: Sheriff’s Deputies will be present during public swimming hours to ensure the safety of everyone within the premises. They will work with pool staff to provide support by responding to any potential issues and help visitors as needed. 
• Access Control Measures: Heightened emphasis on our pool policies restricting children under the age of 12 from coming to the pool without being accompanied by a parent/guardian who is 16 years of age or older.

Public Swimming Hours: Leif Erikson and Lewis swimming pools are open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. through August 13, 2023. Riverside Family Aquatic Center is open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. through August 13, 2023.

The Sioux City public swimming pools are popular recreational destinations in the summer months. We are committed to maintaining their status as a safe and fun place for families, friends, and individuals of all ages to spend time. Our reopening represents a collective effort to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. We appreciate the ongoing support and patience of our community as we strive to maintain the highest standards of safety and security.

Parks and Recreation would also like to thank the staff at the pools who work hard to make the pools a safe place to enjoy. We can’t offer the services and amenities we do without our lifeguards, cashiers, and managers who are dedicated to the pools throughout the summer.

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