If you are a long-time resident of York, Nebraska, you might be surprised by how much the local parks system has changed over the past decade. The York city council has heavily invested in the York Nebraska Parks and Recreation Department, giving its staff the funds they need to develop programs and resources for the 14,000+ residents of York County.
Read more at yorkdevco.com The Community Center swimming pool and spa will be closing Monday, May 27th until project completion, tentatively July 15th.
During this time, we will be resurfacing the pool deck and repairing the area of the diving board, as the State of Nebraska has declined our request to install a new one. The swimming pool and spa will also be repainted during this time. For the duration of this project, Community Center members will have access to the Family Aquatic Center at no additional cost. Memberships will automatically transfer to the Family Aquatic Center. Once the Community Center swimming pool and spa are reopened, Community Center memberships will transfer back to the Community Center and a 2024 Family Aquatic Center membership or day pass is needed for admission. All water fitness classes will be relocated to the Family Aquatic Center during this closure. There will be a change in adult only lap swim times once the Community Center swimming pool and spa reopen. We will be moving the evening adult lap swim to 7:30-8:30pm. This will allow for less gaps in the open swim schedule. During lap swim times, the pool will only be available for patrons 16 and older for swimming laps or exercising (water walking, aqua jogging) in a lap lane. Lap swim times will be: Monday-Friday: 6am-9am, Noon-1pm and 7:30-8:30pm Another pool reminder is during aquatic fitness classes (Senior Water Aerobics - Monday / Wednesday / Friday from 9-9:45am and Water Aerobics - Monday / Wednesday 5:30-6:15pm) the pool remains open to the public with priority to these classes. This means patrons not participating in these classes must not interfere with the class and spa jets must remain off. York Parks and Recreation appreciates your patience as we upgrade and repair the Community Center swimming pool and spa. LINCOLN, Nebraska (4/2/2024) - York was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to effective urban forest management.
York achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program's four requirements: maintaining a tree board or department, having a tree care ordinance, dedicating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita, and hosting an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. "Tree City USA communities see the positive effects of an urban forest firsthand," said Dan Lambe, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. "The trees being planted and cared for by York are ensuring that generations to come will enjoy to a better quality of life. Additionally, participation in this program brings residents together and creates a sense of civic pride, whether it's through volunteer engagement or public education." If ever there was a time for trees, now is that time. Communities worldwide are facing issues with air quality, water resources, personal health and well-being, energy use, and extreme heat and flooding. York is doing its part to address these challenges for residents both now and in the future. More information on the program is available at arborday.org/TreeCityUSA. About the Arbor Day Foundation Founded in 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation has grown to become the largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to planting trees, with more than one million members, supporters and valued partners. Since 1972, almost 500 million Arbor Day Foundation trees have been planted in neighborhoods. communities, cities and forests throughout the world. Our vision is to lead toward a world where trees are used to solve issues critical to survival. As one of the world's largest operating conservation foundations, the Arbor Day Foundation, through its members, partners and programs, educates and engages stakeholders and communities across the globe to involve themselves in its mission of planting, nurturing and celebrating trees. More information is available at arborday.org Unfortunately, due to the weather today's Arbor Day event is cancelled.
Dear Community Center Member,
Wow, what an awesome 2022 season! Since the Community Center reopened March 31st , we have been busier than ever and cannot thank you enough for your support and membership! So much has happened since the renovation. Fun City and the new outdoor playground have been great additions to the Community Center. The swimming pool and spa continue to be a favorite along with the basketball court and weight room! |