Boksburg North Pool closed for the Winter

The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality wishes to notify residents and sporting bodies in the region of the closure of Boksburg North Swimming pool over the winter months.   “From May 1 to August 31, the facility will regrettably be closed due to the water temperature being too cold,” explains spokesperson of the metro, Zweli Dlamini. “The temperature requirement for indoor swimming pools is 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year, while the temperature at this facility is 18 degrees Celsius due to some technical glitches.” The metro recently appointed consultants to investigate and analyse the capacity and effectiveness of the water heaters, as well as the air conditioning system at the pool. A decision on whether to repair or completely replace the systems will be taken based on the reports presented to council, and implementation of recommendations will probably be carried out in the next financial year, which starts at the beginning of July, explains Dlamini. The Boksburg North Swimming pool is the only covered public pool in the region, and the only one which operates in the winter months. Since 2002 the metro has spent a great deal of time and money in ensuring that the facility operates at optimum standards.  “Some of the work done includes the extension and upgrading of the ladies change rooms, computerisation of turnstiles, painting of building, sealing and painting of roof, upgrading of filter plant, installation of heat blankets and new lane ropes,” explains Dlamini. Dlamini apologises for the inconvenience this development will cause but promises that council will continue to strive towards better service delivery of services and facilities in the region.

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 01 September 2009 )