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Members of the Edwardsville City Council have approved a lease agreement with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to operate Cougar Lake Pool and make it available to members of the community. The Village of Glen Carbon is considering an Intergovernmental Agreement in order to make the pool available to its residents.

The pool sits adjacent to the Cougar Lake and includes lockers, restrooms and a concession area as well as a small splash pad for the youngest visitors.  Directional signage will be visible during the summer months on North University Dr. and at Lot 10, southwest of The Gardens.  While parking on campus typically requires a paid permit, parking at this lot during the summer will be free to all who are visiting the pool.

The City recently conducted an online survey and of the 533 respondents, 89 percent were in favor of making the pool available to residents and agreed that making use of an existing asset like Cougar Lake Pool is an effective way of expanding recreational opportunities. 

Family memberships start at $300, senior citizen memberships are $125 and daily passes will also be available for $5 per day or $4 per day for seniors and children 4-15. Kids three-and-under swim free. Private rentals will also be available for birthday parties, reunions and more.

SIUE Interim Chancellor Steve Hansen and City of Edwardsville Mayor Hal Patton have placed heavy emphasis on campus and community collaboration since assuming their respective offices, having recently approved the construction of an on-campus fire station.  Together, the two entities are working to enrich the community and create synergy that attracts students, residents and visitors alike to the wonderful amenities offered through this community.

For more information on hours, memberships and party rentals contact the Edwardsville Parks Department at 692-7538 or visit www.cityofedwardsville.com.