Meadowlane Community Pool

Thanks to everyone who came out tonight 💦

Catch more about the meeting from this Channel 8 News KLKN TV Lincoln story!

North Lincoln community prepares to ask city council for pool funding a second time "No one wants to give up on it. We want this pool back open."

So thankful for James Michael Bowers and Chelsea Johnson for Lancaster County’s efforts to help us reopen. Come be part of the solution tonight at 7 pm! 💦

A little (or a lot) of rain won't stop me from trying to reopen Meadowlane Community Pool. It'd be pretty swell if the rain could just go into the pool, though!

Out leaving fliers to remind people of tonight's public meeting at 7 pm at Meadowlane Pool!

Sorry if it is a little soggy. Hopefully it's still readable!

Thanks to Chelsea Johnson for Lancaster County for helping with passing these out!

Join us at Meadowlane Community Pool on Wednesday, July 29 at 7 pm to prep for the City Council budget hearing! 💦

We came up one vote short, but this effort isn't over.

The proposal to help reopen Meadowlane Community Pool returns to the Lincoln City Council for a public hearing on August 3, and community voices will matter.

Join Lancaster County Commissioner Chelsea Johnson for Lancaster County, Shannon Zuerlein Castillo, and Councilman James Michael Bowers on Wednesday, July 29 at 7:00 PM at Meadowlane Pool for a Public Hearing Prep Meeting. We'll share the latest updates, explain what to expect at the public hearing, answer questions, and provide tips on how to make your voice heard.

Whether you've been involved since the beginning or are just learning about this effort, you're welcome. Bring a friend and help us build the momentum needed to get Meadowlane Pool reopened.

Close the Gap. Open the Pool. 💙🏊

Thank you to 10/11 News for your continued coverage and James Michael Bowers for your continued advocacy! 💦

Mark your calendars for the City Council's budget hearing on Monday, August 3!

Lincoln City Council fails to pass funding to reopen Meadowlane Community Pool Lincoln City Council members failed to pass a proposal that would have helped reopen the Meadowlane Community Pool.

Update on today's vote. It didn't go the way we hoped, but we are not giving up! 💦

The Lincoln City Council is scheduled to consider a budget amendment on 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬 that would help close our remaining construction funding gap. We encourage you to reach out to the City Council and ask them to 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗬𝗘𝗦 to fund this project!

You can email the entire council at [email protected] or reach out to your individual Council Member and the Members-at-Large: Sändra Washington, Tom Beckius and Bennie Shobe.

If you live outside of District 1, please be sure to mention this!

The districting map and individual emails can be found at https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/City/City-Council/Council-Members

Thank you for your continued help and support! 💦

Thanks to 10/11 News for their coverage of the proposed budget amendment that would help ensure the pool opens next year! 💦

Nearly $1.1 million in pool funding proposed as Lincoln City Council eyes budget amendments Lincoln City Council members are proposing budget amendments that would direct about $1.1 million toward city pool repairs and help reopen Meadowlane Pool, which has been closed since 2023.

We are so grateful for the leadership at the Lincoln Community Foundation and the catalyst it has been for our project!

Congratulations to Tracy and Michelle! 🎉

This summer, we’re celebrating two leaders whose dedication and leadership shape our organization and lift up our community.

☀ Tracy Edgerton, President (10 Years)
For the past decade, Tracy has led with a deep commitment to philanthropy, collaboration and building a stronger future for Lincoln. Her vision inspires generosity, brings people together and helps create lasting change.

☀ Michelle Paulk, VP of Grantmaking & Operations (16 years)
Through thoughtful leadership and steady guidance, Michelle has helped ensure that LCF's work is responsive and rooted in community needs. She strengthens our partnerships with nonprofits and donors while helping to turn generosity into meaningful action.

Please join us in a round of applause for Tracy and Michelle! Thank you both for all that you do to move our mission forward.

1400KLIN’s coverage of yesterday’s council meeting if you want to hear more!

Lincoln City Council Reviews $1.5 Million in Proposed Budget Changes Lincoln City Council members spent nearly three hours Monday reviewing eight proposed amendments to Mayor Leir...