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Pool proposal receives tentative approval from state

Plan to be reviewed by structural engineer

A plan to remedy issues at Hartley's never-opened new pool received tentative approval from a state board.

According to City Administrator Erica Haack, the Iowa Electrical Examining Board on Aug. 18 approved a plan that would address electrical inspection failures at the pool. She noted the approval came with several stipulations, and nothing has been set in stone.

"We don't have all the information yet for the engineer to make an informed decision and present it to the council. At least this week, we're still waiting for more information," Haack said. "We're making progress, but still waiting...