DPR Extends Operating Hours of Select District Pools
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 19, 2015
DPR Extends Operating Hours of Select District Pools
Hours Extended in preparation for record high temperatures
DPR Media Contacts:
Brian Armstead, brian.armstead@dc.gov
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Due to high temperatures, DPR has extended the operating hours at select District pools until 8 pm today.
The following pools will extend hours of operation until 8 pm:
Ward 1
Banneker Recreation Center Pool
2500 Georgia Avenue, NW
Ward 6
Rosedale Pool
1701 Gales Street, NE
Ward 8
Anacostia Pool
1800 Anacostia Drive, SE
Ward 2
Francis Pool
25th & N Street, NW
East Potomac Pool
972 Ohio Drive SW
Ward 7
Fort Dupont Pool
830 Ridge Road, SE
Pools that are not listed will operate on their normal, individualized operating schedules.
About DPR
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) provides quality urban recreation and leisure services for residents and visitors to the District of Columbia. DPR supervises and maintains area parks, community facilities, swimming pools and spray parks, and neighborhood recreation centers. The agency also coordinates a wide variety of recreation and educational programs including sports leagues, youth development, therapeutic recreation, aquatic programming, outdoor adventure, camping and senior citizen activities. Adaptive programs and facilities are available for persons with disabilities.
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