Truckee First

09/06/2016

http://www.sierrasun.com/news/23712939-113/brand-new-92-million-truckee-aquatic-center-to-open

TRUCKEE, Calif. — After months of construction and years of planning, the brand-new Truckee Aquatic Center will open to the public on Monday, Sept. 5, Labor DAy.Truckee-Donner Recreation &

03/03/2016

Attention Aquatic Center fans:
Please tell us what you want to see in the new Truckee Aquatic Center by taking this 5 minute (or less) survey.
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We are on schedule for a Labor Day 2016 opening!

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05/06/2015

Hi All,
Many of you have waited as long to read this email as I have to write it. This community, which never ceases to amaze, has hit the fundraising goal of $250K to complete the Truckee Aquatic Center with the addition of the warm water pool! The Rec District Board voted today to award the contract so it’s now official.

Where do I even begin on the list of people and organizations to thank? I can’t possibly cover everyone in a brief email but allow me to list some of the key players and please know that everyone reading this has played a role in making this happen.

First off I’d like to recognize several public agencies including the Town of Truckee, the Fire District, the PUD, the School District and of course the incredible generosity of the Truckee Tahoe Airport District.

Thanks go out to both the board and staff of the Rec District including Amanda Oberacker, Steve Randall as well as both past and current boards. One board member in particular stands out, having bourn the full weight of the project. Without Kevin Murphy’s steady, no nonsense leadership the Truckee Aquatic Center would be little more than a topic of conversation.

There are many private organizations and individuals that have stepped up to the plate; without their support we wouldn’t be here. Since I want to get this email out and I don’t have a complete list at my disposal I’ll have to leave it as a blanket “thank you” for now. That being said, Jim Morrison’s Kawyha Foundation has been the difference maker. Without their initial contribution of $200K this project would have died in February. Without their matching funds of $250K, the warm water pool would have been delayed for who knows how long. I believe this facility where young and old will gather to recreate, compete, exercise, socialize and rehabilitate will serve as a fitting tribute to Jim’s family.

Finally, I’d like to thank my family, in particular my wife Pam, for supporting me on this journey. I’ll have to admit there were a few times it felt a little Quixotic, but it’s quite an amazing feeling to have reached the summit with all of you.

I’ll keep you posted periodically on the progress of the center.

I’m looking forward to seeing you at the pool!

Thanks,
Dan Kates

05/04/2015

Hi All,
The response to the warm water pool fundraising has been nothing short of amazing. We're now only about $30K short of our $250K goal (this includes direct donations to the Rec District as well as the Indidgogo account). With sponsorship opportunities that will provide essentially permanent advertising in a very high traffic area, there must be some more businesses out there interested in stepping up to be heroes. The TDRPD board has called a special meeting tomorrow at 10 am to vote on whether to award the contract for the warm water pool, so now is the time. Please see the link below.

Best,
Dan Kates

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/truckee-aquatic-center

Warm water in Truckee? It's possible, with your help. | Crowdfunding is a democratic way to support the fundraising needs of your community. Make a contribution today!

05/02/2015

Hello Friends & Family.

The aquatic center is $45K short of our $250K fundraising goal. Campaign ends THIS TUESDAY, May 5th.
If you have already donated-thank you so much! Please take a moment to forward this information and the donation link to your people.
If you have not yet donated, now is the time. Remember, all donations are tax-deductible. Every bit helps, so please, do what you can. This warm water pool will truly make our town a better place to be.

Here is the link:
http://igg.me/at/TruckeeAquaticsCenter

04/27/2015

Join us on May 2nd for our Donner Dip event at West End Beach on Saturday, May 2nd. Events include a 100 yard paddleboard challenge, crossfit workout with Crossfit Avalanche & Blizzard, raffle prizes, and of course the Donner Dip into the chilly water of Donner Lake. Check out the flyer for more information.

04/22/2015

The last piece is the warm water zero entry pool to service all ages of our community.

It has begun! The Truckee Aquatic Center is officially under construction. Keep checking back for more updates as we progress.

04/17/2015

Truckee First supports have also pushed to improve the Community Arts Center to a functioning theater. Check out this article for more details
http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/news/14364683-113/center-arts-community-tdrpd

TRUCKEE, Calif. — Residents can expect higher-class performances in 2015 and beyond at the newly renovated downtown Community Arts Center, officials said this week. “I think it’s beautiful, a huge

04/09/2015

04/04/2015

We all owe a big thank you to the Truckee Tahoe Airport District for helping the Rec & Park District fund the Aquatic Center. Check out the details of their donation on their website:

The Truckee Tahoe Airport is a community airport that provides high quality aviation facilities and services to meet local needs, and strives for low impact on our neighbors while enhancing the benefit to the community-at-large.

03/31/2015

Show your support Tahoe Forest Health System board meeting tonight. https://www.facebook.com/TDRPD/posts/975286815817666

03/20/2015

Way to go, ! 50 funders got us 17% of the way to our goal. If every Truckee citizen gave $20 we would be beyond our goal. Help by funding and spreading the word! https://vimeo.com/122165261

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