Members of Friends of the Dallas Aquatic Center told the council on Aug. 4 they have raised funds to replace failing ceiling light fixtures in the natatorium and expect to cover an estimated $10,000 cost by Sept. 1.

Ann (Ann/Anne) Heard, speaking for the group, said the present fixtures are about 25 years old, failing across the pool area and that LED replacements will last longer and meet current code. Heard said the group has sold 50 theater fundraiser tickets and received large donations, including a $5,000 check and a $250 PayPal donation from a longtime pool user; with those receipts and a pending $1,000 from a theater event, the group expects to reach the $10,000 target.

Heard described donation options including checks delivered to the pool, mail and PayPal on the group’s website and said donors would receive tax-deductible receipts and recognition on a donor board. Council members thanked the volunteers for plugging funding gaps and noted the group’s role in maintaining the facility.

The council did not take formal action; the presentation was informational and the group said work is scheduled for September.