We are in regular contact with the City of San Diego Park + Recreation Department to determine the current maintenance and infrastructure needs of the pool facility.

These projects are typically paid for using community donations, city funds, and other regional, state, and federal funding sources. It has been made known to us that the more the community shows support and concern, city officials will prioritize fulfilling maintenance needs.

The City of San Diego Parks & Recreation Department received a $2M grant award for capital improvement projects at the South Clairemont Recreation Center and Park. It is our understanding that the grant award can be used anywhere within the park boundary. The Clairemont Pool is within the park boundary. The community’s help is needed to reach out to our elected officials and community representatives to prioritize this state funding for pool infrastructure renovations in the FY 2025 budget process. Learn more here.

Since we began this journey there have been a number of projects completed (or in progress) by city staff. As of August 8, 2023, these include:

• Lobby: New paint
• Windows: Replacement of plexiglass to improve safety
• Front of facility: New signage with accurate contact information
• Changing rooms:
  • New paint
  • New wall graphics, hand-painted by a local artist
  • Upgraded benches
  • New feminine product dispenser
  • Clean out storage area
• Pool deck:
  • Replacement of privacy screens around entire pool area
  • New bleachers
  • New shade structures
  • New picnic tables

As of August 8, 2023, here is a wish list of maintenance and infrastructure needs identified by our team in collaboration with city staff:

• Banners to promote programs to be seen from the street
• Changing room upgrades: electrical outlets, floor, lockers, mirrors, creation of a privacy area, soap dispensers, sink, benches for accessible access
• Front of facility: Hardscape upgrades
• Pool (inside the pool and the deck area): Back grass area, new lifeguard stands, new diving board, new slip-resistant mats, new plaster to replace failing pool floor, rebuild cantilever-style deck, renovate electrical, acid wash showers, installation of smart cameras, solar panels
• Lobby: Update floor, install new countertops with plexiglass, improve safety of front counter area
• Parking lot: New paving, new striping

We’re looking for volunteers who may be able to assist taking care of these projects. For some opportunities, we’ll be looking for local, neighborhood contractors and businesses for assistance. If you are interested in learning more, drop us a line here.