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Lubbock is keeping all public pools closed for the 2026 season, leaving families without a place to cool off. A new 'Quality of Life Bond' is being proposed to fix the issue, but it’s sparking a heated debate over how your tax money should be spent.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
If the bond passes, you'll likely see a bump in your property tax bill to cover the cost of these upgrades.
Families and kids who rely on public pools for affordable summer recreation would be the big winners if the bond passes.
Taxpayers who don't use the pools will be footing the bill for a project they might not even want.
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Lubbock, Texas has no open public pools for the 2026 season due to maintenance and repair issues, and city leaders have instead focused on splash pads located at Maxey Park, Mae Simmons Park and Rodgers Park.
Why doesn’t Lubbock have a pool? City council member explains EverythingLubbock.com
City pools will remain closed for 2026 season, councilwoman suggests ‘Quality of Life Bond’ KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com