2026 Aquatic Season Schedule
Summary
The city is looking at using leftover ARPA stimulus interest money to open the North Side Pool for the summer. Residents say the pool is one of the few safe community gathering spots left on the north side, especially since the library closed. The committee passed the decision along to the full council without a recommendation.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Apr 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded by leftover ARPA stimulus interest money rather than new local tax dollars — the exact amount wasn't stated in the meeting.
North side families, kids and residents citywide looking for a safe, affordable summer recreation spot.
North Side residents lose a pool that may never reopen; parks staff warned an unopened pool deteriorates every winter.
Mentions & discussions (7)
City announces summer programming as La Crosse pools open for season
City announces summer programming as La Crosse pools open for season WXOW
La Crosse City, School District invites community to information sessions on potential northside aquatic facility
La Crosse City, School District invites community to information sessions on potential northside aquatic facility WXOW
Common Council - Apr 9, 2026
The council voted down spending $90,000 in ARPA interest money to reopen the North Side Pool at 816 Sill Street this summer. Parks staff said 30,800 visitors used it last year, but warned the money might not cover costs, a leaky 25-year-old pool could fail, and there's no funding for 2027.
Finance & Personnel Committee - Per the order of Council Member Erin Goggin, Chair of F&P - Apr 9, 2026
The city is looking at using leftover ARPA stimulus interest money to open the North Side Pool for the summer. Residents say the pool is one of the few safe community gathering spots left on the north side, especially since the library closed. The committee passed the decision along to the full council without a recommendation.
La Crosse North Side Pool could reopen this summer with emergency funding
La Crosse North Side Pool could reopen this summer with emergency funding news8000.com
La Crosse council rejects North Side pool reopening - news8000.com
La Crosse council rejects North Side pool reopening news8000.com
Board of Park Commissioners - Jan 15, 2026
Staff shared the plan for the 2026 pool season. The schedule determines when neighborhood pools open and close — a big deal for families planning summer outings.
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