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Petaluma
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Cavanaugh Pool Closure

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Last discussed Jan 26, 2026.

Public comments (8)

ConcernedJodi KlinesmithJan 26, 2026

Expressed dismay over the sudden closure of Kavanaugh Pool and questioned liability insurance and staffing solutions.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:29:40 →
ConcernedKathy FiccoJan 26, 2026

Stressed the critical therapeutic and social value of Kavanaugh Pool for seniors and individuals with physical disabilities.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:32:40 →
ConcernedGeoff BradleyJan 26, 2026

Urged the city to find an insurance or administrative solution to reopen Kavanaugh Pool immediately.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:35:00 →
ConcernedLinda SpielJan 26, 2026

Voiced frustration over the sudden pool closure after decades of community use.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 59:33 →
ConcernedJudy SorrellJan 26, 2026

Explained that seniors with medical conditions rely on Kavanaugh's warm water and cannot use colder municipal pools.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 59:43 →
ConcernedLucy VitaleJan 26, 2026

Praised Petaluma's swimming culture and credited Kavanaugh Pool's healing waters for joint rehabilitation.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:02:51 →
ConcernedSheri McClendonJan 26, 2026

Criticized the lack of collaboration and sudden notice given for the pool closure.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:45:00 →
ConcernedChantal RogersJan 26, 2026

Highlighted the loss of public youth swim lessons and equity issues resulting from the pool closure.

CITY COUNCIL/PCDSA REGULAR MEETING - Jan 26, 2026 · 1:47:40 →