Many Kansas communities are weighing when it comes to public swimming pools this summer. Under Governor Kelly’s plan, they can open in Phase II. Taking a dip in the Augusta Municipal Swimming Pool is a big part of things to do for kids in the community. “We’re far enough away from Wichita and Andover that the kids don’t have anywhere that they can just walk and like go to the YMCA or whatever,” said Mike Rawlings, Mayor of Augusta. Rawlings said that was a big reason the city council voted to open the pool this season. He said staff is using the delayed start to finalize social distancing and safety guidelines. Rawlings said he expects the pool to open by mid June. “There’s just so many moving pieces right now it’s hard to put a definite date,” said Rawlings. “We’ll do it as quickly as possible and still be safe.”
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