9/5/2014
In spring 2013, Swim Winchester hired St. Louis-based Counsilman-Hunsaker, a leading aquatics consulting firm from St. Louis, to evaluate the pool initiative. Here are some highlights of the feasibility study:
Winchester can support a self-sustaining aquatics facility
The “ideal” facility would have an 8 lane competition pool and a warmer recreational pool, plus a fitness space and event room
An optional add-on outdoor pool would bring in additional revenue and meet strong summer recreational demand
The facility would have user fees (memberships and day passes) and would not need to rely on subsidies from the town of Winchester
The total cost to build is estimated at $11-13 million, with the outdoor add-on approximately $2 million
A link to the full study is available on our website home page: www.swimwinchester.org If you would prefer to receive a copy by mail please let us know. As always, we rely on your feedback, observations, and questions to shape this project. We are an all-volunteer, grassroots initiative so your participation is important. Together we can build a beautiful fitness facility as a lasting legacy for Winchester!
Our next step is to work on a site selection study to find the best location for the pool. Donations towards this work are gratefully accepted here: Donations We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of the wonderful donors that made the feasibility study possible. Your support is recognized here.
Thank you,
The Swim Winchester Board of Directors