The City of Wheeling will celebrate Independence Day by offering free pool admission along with a few select concessions at no charge Friday, July 2, through Sunday, July 4. City Council passed a resolution Tuesday evening authorizing staff to waive the costs to patrons.
Director of Parks & Recreation Rochelle Barry explained that citizens will not be charged for entry at the city-operated facilities including Garden Park, Warwood; Bridge Park, Wheeling Island; Grandview, Wheeling Heights and 36th St., South Wheeling. In addition, the City will offer complimentary hot dogs – one per person per day – and the Ziegenfelder Frozen Treat Company will provide free Twin Pops. The items being offered at no charge are on a first- come, first-served basis while supplies last.
“We all have great memories of holiday weekends spent swimming with family and friends. This will be an opportunity for our residents to have a great time on the City,” she said.
Vice Mayor Chad Thalman said he is pleased that people can gather again as we emerge from a global pandemic.
“This is just one small way for the City to give back to our residents while they enjoy the city pools. As we celebrate the 4th of July, we are pleased that things are getting back to normal post Covid,” he said.
The City pools will be open their regular hours during the holiday weekend – noon to 6 p.m., daily, weather permitting.
