HomeMy WebLinkAboutIR 25-0083INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
No. 25-0083
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To the Mayor and Members of the City Council
June 17, 2025
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SUBJECT: REPORT ON CITY POOLS AND PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE YMCA
FOR ACCESS TO POOLS
The purpose of this Informal Report is to provide information regarding the ongoing partnerships between
the City of Fort Worth (City) and the YMCA of Fort Worth (YMCA) to increase public access to aquatic
facilities.
The City and the YMCA share a longstanding history of collaboration focused on expanding community
access to recreation and enrichment opportunities. These partnerships support the joint development and
management of facilities, including the YMCA Sports Complex, NorthPark YMCA, William M. McDonald
YMCA, and Eastside YMCA.
Strong community aquatics programs often involve collaboration among multiple agencies to ensure public
access to pools. In Fort Worth, the City's partnership with the YMCA has played a significant role in
expanding access and remains a priority for future development.
Currently, two YMCA pools are open to the public, with a third facility in the planning stage. These pools
are available to residents as a result of City financial contributions toward their construction and operation.
• The City contributed $2.3 million toward the construction of the pool at the William M. McDonald
YMCA and provides an annual operating subsidy of $78,444 ($66,444 in operating and $12,000 for
maintenance).
Through the use of Community Partnership Funds, the City contributed $250,000 toward
renovations at the Eastside YMCA pool.
These investments enable residents to access YMCA pools without a membership and at the same or
lower daily admission rate as City -owned pools.
Looking ahead, the Park & Recreation Department (PARD) has proposed $5 million in the 2026 Bond
Program for facility upgrades at the NorthPark YMCA. If approved by voters, the YMCA would match the
contribution with an additional $5 million. As part of the agreement, residents would be able to access the
upgraded NorthPark YMCA pool without a membership, and at a daily rate equal to or less than that of
City -owned pools. PARD and the YMCA are also collaborating on the development of joint recreation
programs focused on therapeutic recreation, youth development, youth sports, and services for older
adults.
For additional information contact Dave Lewis, Director, Park & Recreation Department, at (817) 392-
5717.
Jesus "Jay" Chapa
City Manager
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