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Council accepts $8,000 county grant to support lifeguard recruitment and retention

5771126 · September 13, 2025

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Council unanimously approved Resolution R25-57 to accept an $8,000 Broome County grant to support lifeguard recruitment and retention at city pools.

The City of Binghamton City Council voted 7-0 to accept an $8,000 grant from Broome County intended to help with lifeguard recruitment and retention. Council Member Middleton moved the resolution and reported Parks and Recreation staff said the funds "did work" in helping to retain lifeguards.

Middleton thanked Jake Bridal of Parks and Recreation for his work and called the program a helpful tool for hiring and keeping lifeguards. She said it is not yet clear whether the county will provide the funding again next year.

The resolution was approved by roll call with all seven council members voting "Aye." The funding was described as a one-time allotment from the county to support a targeted lifeguard retention program; staff did not specify whether the city will commit recurring funds if the county grant is not renewed.