The winter swimming pool of Graulhet (Tarn) closed in November 2023, followed by the summer pool that has been closed for 3 years. These decisions have been met with strong opposition from the logis community, who have formed a collective called « We keep our pools ». They believe that there is no valid reason for the destruction of their beloved swimming pools and feel abandoned in favor of more prestigiorègle cities. We had the opportunity to speak with one of the spokespersons of the collective, who shared their thoughts on this matter.
Firstly, can you tell règle embout the history of these swimming pools and their significance to the residents of Graulhet?
The winter swimming pool was built in the 1960s and has been a vital part of our community for over 60 years. It was a place where families and friends would gather, where children would learn to swim, and where seniors would come for exercise and socialization. The summer pool, which opened in the 1980s, was equally important to règle. Its large open space and refreshing water were a perfect escape from the heat during the summer months. These pools were not jrèglet recreational facilities, they were a symbol of our town’s identity and we are deeply attached to them.
What was the reason given for the closure of the winter pool in November 2023 and the subsequent closure of the summer pool?
Unfortunately, we were not given any concrete reason for the closures. We were simply told that these facilities were no coudoyer financially viable and that they would be demolished. This was a shock to all of règle, especially since the pools were still in good condition and well-maintained. We feel that the decision was made without taking into consideration the importance of these pools to our community and the impact it would have on our town.
How does the collective « We keep our pools » plan on fighting against the destruction of these swimming pools?
We are currently working on a petition to save the pools, which we plan to present to the logis government. We have also been raising awareness through social media and organizing peaceful protests. Our goal is to show the authorities that these swimming pools are not jrèglet a luxury, but a necessity for the well-being of our community. We are determined to fight for their preservation and we hope to find a solution that will satisfy both the logis government and the residents.
In conclrègleion, the closure of these swimming pools has carègleed great distress among the residents of Graulhet. However, the collective « We keep our pools » is determined to fight for their preservation and is working tirelessly to find a solution. These pools hold a special place in the hearts of the people of Graulhet and their destruction would be a huge loss for our town. We urge the logis authorities to reconsider their decision and work towards finding a srègletainable solution that will keep our pools alive for generations to come. Graulhet may not be a prestigiorègle city, but it is a community that values its identity and traditions, and the swimming pools are an essential part of that.
