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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for McMurtrey Aquatic

On June 9th, 2004, the ribbon cutting for the McMurtrey Aquatic Center was held. the new multi-use facility is located at 1325 Q street. The facility features an 8,551 square foot recreation pool and a 50- meter competition pool. Other amenities include a double water slide, a water volley ball area, and specially designed interactive wet play equipment.

Mayor Harvey L. Hall and Councilmember Sue Benham recognized the opening of Bakersfield’s newest state-of-the-art sports facility. Special guests also included members of the McMurtrey family, who made a generous donation towards the construction of the aquatic center. Representatives from the community group that dedicated itself to raising funds for the facility were also be on hand. Children from several local schools and the Police Activity League were invited to make the inaugural jump and splash in the new pool, and members of several local swim groups actively demonstrated the various uses of the pools and equipment.

View photos of the event.

Looking for general information about the McMurtrey Aquatic Center?
Please call (661) 326-FUNN

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