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KTSM News – Pat O’Rourke Recreation, Aquatic Center to reopen

Posted on March 5, 2024

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The community is invited to the grand reopening ceremony of the Pat O’Rourke Community Recreation and Aquatic Center at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, the City of El Paso announced in a news release.

The facility, which is located at 901 Virginia Street, was closed temporarily for renovations made possible through the City of El Paso’s 2012 Quality of Life bond program, according to the City.

The City says the $1 million enhancements will help accommodate sports, fitness, aerobics, games, and outdoor leisure activities, and include the following improvements:

New gym flooring

New tile for the pool deck

New roof ladder

New wall openings in the weight room and gym

Replacement of two reception desks

Replacement of patio LED lights

New furniture for the patio area

Installation of automatic door at the entrance of the senior center room

New tile for fitness room restrooms

New fitness equipment

Repairs to twelve (12) concrete columns in basement

An enhanced HVAC system

“The enhancements are part of the City of El Paso’s commitment to enhance the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors,” read the news release.

For more information about the Parks and Recreation Department visit ElPasoTexas.gov/parks/.

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