Summary
A $10,000 state grant will help expand swim lessons, pool operating days, and lifeguard training and retention in Ithaca. It's a pass-through reimbursement, so county taxpayers don't pay for it.
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Last discussed Feb 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
$10,000 in state money with no net impact on the county tax levy.
Ithaca swimmers, swim lesson students, and lifeguards.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Government Operations Committee - Regular Meeting — February 10, 2026
A $10,000 state SWIMS grant will reimburse swim lessons, expanded pool days, and lifeguard training and retention in the City of Ithaca, with no cost to county taxpayers. Officials encouraged other municipalities to apply for similar state funding to expand swimming programs countywide.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee - Regular Meeting — February 9, 2026
A $10,000 state grant will help expand swim lessons, pool operating days, and lifeguard training and retention in Ithaca. It's a pass-through reimbursement, so county taxpayers don't pay for it.
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