Long Beach set to vote to scale down Olympic pool complex

The city of Long Beach is set to vote to scale down a pool complex near Belmont Shore that was meant to host the 2028 Olympic competitions.

The original $100 million dollar complex was unveiled in 2016 to much public support. It featured a translucent half dome, four different pools, a movable floor, whirlpools and permanent indoor seating.However, the city now says the price tag is forcing it to reconsider. In a statement, the city shared its intention to provide a [fiscally sustainable[ resource to its users. This, coupled with neighbor complaints and concerns for increasing sea levels, pushed for an alternative, scaled-down plan.

The scaled-down complex will include three outdoor pools , zip lines and climbing walls. This reduction in size also means no Olympic games for the complex.Get Los Angeles's latest local news on crime, entertainment, weather, schools, COVID, cost of living and more. Here's your go-to source for today's LA news.“I like the idea of a new pier.

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