Stay Cool in the Noble Park Pool By Cassie Johnson
W
e missed a lot of pool time thanks to the pandemic but that’s all about to change because the Noble Park Pool is opening soon! The pool is scheduled to open on June 19, although this date could be delayed by a staffing shortage. Paducah Parks Department is currently hiring the life guards and pool attendants they need to staff the pool. Once open, swimmers can jump in each Tuesday through Sunday until closing day on August 8. As with many activities that are reopening, there will be some new rules and regulations in place for everyone’s safety. “2021 at the pool will be a little different,” said Taylor Morsching, Recreations Superintendent for Paducah Parks. “We are very excited to open the pool this summer but it won’t be our normal setup. The
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changes we have made will allow individuals and families to safely enjoy their pool experience.”
New Pool Rules
In addition to its normal rules, all current Kentucky state guidelines for swimming pools will be followed. This includes wearing masks while inside the pool house to pay admission, walking through the locker rooms, and using the restrooms or showers. When out on the pool deck, masks are recommended only if you cannot maintain social distancing. Masks will not be required while in the pool or at the spray pad.
Two Swim Sessions
The biggest change families will notice for 2021 is that each pool day will be divided into two sessions. Swimmers can come from 12 to 2pm or 3 to 5pm, Tuesday through Sunday. Capacity will be limited to
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