On August 24, 2026 the Recreation District Board of Directors and Cañon City Council both approved an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) on how the existing 0.3% pool sales tax funding would be used and managed if the voters approved the new ballot language.  This IGA provides specifics as to how the money will be divided up between construction and operations, while ensuring all TABOR requirements are met.  The IGA also clarifies that it will be for a seasonal pool, and not a year-round facility.  It will be a smaller project than the one proposed in 2024.  The approved IGA is available for download below.

2026 Canon City Area Recreation District - City of Canon City IGA

 

The new ballot language for the existing 0.3% sales tax was approved by City Council at the August 24, 2026 meeting as well.  The reason another vote is required by citizens is related to TABOR.  The use of the sales tax will add operations, and therefore requires voter approval.  You may download the ballot language below.

2026 Pool Sales Tax  Ballot Language

 

In 2023 Counsilman-Hunsaker completed a site audit of the Icabone Swimming Pool prior to its closing.  You are welcome to download their report here.

2023-06-13 - R.C. Icabone Pool Assessement.pdf

 

During the 2025 Pool Design Phase, the Recreation District worked with Barker Rinker Seacat on a proforma for the proposed year-round pool.  Overall, this proforma is not valid because it is a year-round operation, but there are some details used in this proforma to help with related expenses for the new seasonal pool option.  You may download it here.

2025.08.22 CCRD Proforma w range.pdf