Deadline close on Schellin match funding for Chinook pool and park project

Representatives of Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation said in a press release they want to give an update on a funding opportunity to help rehabilitate the Chinook pool and Sweet Park.

“As you may know, the wonderful Schellin Family pledged $100,000 towards the Chinook Pool and Park Project,” the release said. “… As of today, we are currently at $30,122.16 donated towards the match and we would like to encourage folks from near and far to help match their amazing donation.”

The Chinook Pool was built in 1976 and is now 48 years old. In that time, foundation members said, the pool has seen...