Press release:

The City of Tukwila’s Mayor and the Tukwila Metropolitan Park District’s Board of Commissioners will complete to become the first Tukwila Citizen to “Walk the Plank” or maybe they’ll choose to do a cannonball into Tukwila’s renovated pool.

The Tukwila Pool has been closed since November 2012 for a $1.66 million renovation: air handling systems, circulation and filtration systems, motors, pumps, locker room improvements, pool deck upgrades and a new pool liner are just some of the improvements patrons will notice. A generous Energy Efficiency grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce was utilized to provide energy saving upgrades.

Pool patrons will celebrate the re-opening of the Tukwila Pool on April 20, 2013, the community will also celebrate April Pool’s Day – a national water safety awareness event.

Ribbon Cutting Festivities begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by tours of the facility and aquatics demonstrations by Seattle Synchronized Swim and Kelly McCormick-Robertson’s local dive team. Robertson spent 10 years on the United States National Diving Team and won 10 national titles, including competing in two Olympic Games. She was also a two-time gold medalist in at the Pan American Games. The ceremony will wrap up with a “Walk the Plank” competition being organized by a citizens group who are raising money for the Pool’s scholarship program.

April Pool's Day activities will begin at 1:00 p.m. with water safety events, open swims, and fun for all ages. April Pool's Day is a national water safety awareness day. Learning about water safety is BIG fun at this annual event.

All ages are invited to play games, try on life jackets, and test water skills. Tukwila Pool staff is eager to educate and share their knowledge to help keep people of all ages safe in the pool and our surround natural water areas. The pool is located at 4414 S. 144th St., Tukwila, WA 98168. To pre-register for this fun event or for more information about the upcoming closure please contact the Tukwila Pool at 206-267-2350.

Parking at the Tukwila Pool will be limited due to coinciding events at Foster High School. Several parking alternatives will be available within walking distance to the pool; signs will be posted to help direct drivers. For More Information Call 206--267-2350 or visit www. tukwilapool.org

About the Tukwila Pool:
The Tukwila Pool Metropolitan Park District owns and operates the Tukwila Pool. This community pool began as a King County Forward Thrust pool 1973, and has since been operated by several different government agencies. The pool has always been a place where people learn to swim, participate in water fitness activities, capture personal wellness goals, and connect with friends. The experienced staff works closely with Tukwila citizens and visitors to ensure their aquatics needs are fulfilled. In addition to pool staff, several Tukwila citizens play a key role in the success of pool by actively participating in Tukwila Pool Metropolitan Park District meetings. More information about the Tukwila Pool and the upcoming improvements can be found at www.tukwilapool.org