On Monday, council received an offer from Westhills to sell the building and 186 spaces in a parking lot across the street. Now it’s asking residents to weigh in
Langford council is asking residents to weigh in on whether the municipality should spend $35 million to purchase the building that houses the city’s only swimming pool.
On Monday, council received an offer from Westhills to sell the building and 186 spaces in a parking lot across the street. In the event of default by YW/YMCA, the city is contractually obligated to pay all costs associated with the lease under a tripartite agreement made before construction of the facility, Douglas told council.
The offer to sell represents a potential solution for both the city and Westhills, and provides a benefit to the community in ensuring the future of the recreation centre, he said. If the city purchases the building, it will have control over the facilities long-term to ensure continued recreation services are available, said Mayor Scott Goodmanson.
The University of Victoria’s McKinnon Pool was drained in September and the City of Victoria is holding a referendum on the future of Crystal Pool, which could include a prolonged closure while a new facility is built.
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