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BROWNSVILLE, Texas – The City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department announces that Sams Memorial Pool is currently closed due to necessary renovations and upgrades. The pool was discovered to be leaking a significant amount of water, prompting the city to call in a contractor on April 25, 2024, to initiate repairs.
During the initial repair process, another leak was detected while refilling the pool with water. This issue was promptly addressed at the Brownsville City Commission meeting, where a change order for the additional repairs was submitted and approved on May 21, 2024.
The approved change order outlines that the necessary repairs will be completed by the end of June 2024. In the meantime, all aquatic programs, including public swim, lap swimming, swimming lessons, and water aerobics will be temporarily relocated to Tony Gonzalez Pool, located at 34 Tony Gonzalez Dr.
The City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department is committed to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of its residents and visitors. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to enhance and upgrade Sams Memorial Pool.
The Splash Pad at Sams Memorial Pool will be open daily, with hours from noon to 4:45 PM Monday through Friday, and from 11:45 AM to 4:45 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free, but capacity is limited to 80 patrons at a time, with each session lasting one hour.
The Gonzalez Pool at Gonzalez Park, at 34 Tony Gonzalez Drive, remains open to the public. The pool isopen daily from noon to 4:45 PM Monday through Friday, and from 11:45 AM to 4:45 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
