Atlanta Swimming Pools Could Stay Closed Even Longer

ATLANTA, GA — Summer is approaching, but Atlanta pools may not open anytime soon. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms advisory council is expected to consider plans for reopening the city. Their suggestions are due May 15.

“Currently, there are no plans to open recreation facilities—including pools, basketball courts or playgrounds—in the immediate future,” Michael Smith, spokesman for the mayor, tells the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Gov. Brian Kemp ordered all public swimming pools, including subdivision, apartment, condominium, fitness center, county, municipal and waterpark pools, to close through May 13, but local governments may elect to not reopen them when that deadline passes.