MENTOR, Ohio — Mentor residents looking to cool off in a pool this summer are in luck.
On Monday, the Mentor Civic Center announced that it plans to reopen Saturday, June 13. Under the Responsible Restart Ohio Plan, pools were giving the OK to reopen beginning May 26, however as a safety precaution many have opted to remain closed.
The city of Mentor has developed additional guidelines to ensure the safety of their community, however officials say "it is up to the individual to determine their level of comfort and acceptable risk when entering the grounds."
- Pool access will be available to Mentor residents ONLY. Proof of residency will be required for Season Passes and Day Passes.
- Occupancy will be limited to 300 guests at any given time.
- Those 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Pool features including the obstacle course, climbing wall, kiddie pool, and splash pad will NOT be available for use.
- Swim lessons will not be available this year.
- Morton Pool, Garfield Pool, and Walsh Park Splashpad, will remain closed this year.
The pool will be open daily through August 15 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., season or day passes are required for entry.
The Civic Center's operational plan and rule guide has been submitted to the Lake County General Health District and is awaiting approval. For more information on the pool's new protocols, click here.
