Poll: City Council Decisions on Pinole TV, Swim Center

The Pinole City Council to fund the Pinole Swim Center for the coming summer season, without specifying where to make corresponding budget cuts elsewhere.

The pool had faced closure in the May-to-August season, despite fundraising efforts from volunteers who organized last September.

City staff had projected a budget shortfall for the center. The city council had made the decision during a budget review lat summer that all recreation programs would have to pay for themselves after the 2011-12 fiscal year until the economy improves.

The council on Tuesday also agreed to retain current staffing levels at Pinole TV, which broadcasts government meetings and community events on Channel 26 and Channel 28. The TV station also traditionally has been funded partly through the recreation department and suffers from a projected budget shortfall.

How do you feel about the council's decision regarding the Swim Center and TV station? Share your thoughts in the comments below.