Cole Acres Swimming Pool at Cuba City To Be Closed

After learning that the Cuba City swimming pool could require up to $150,000 to upgrade following a fire at the adjacent golf and supper club, its owners and two municipalities that help finance its operations are closing the pool. The Cole Acres Board of Directors, City of Cuba City and Village of Benton have announced their decision to cease funding for the 52-year-old Cole Acres Swimming Pool. In May, a fire burned through the Cole Acres clubhouse, where the pumps for the pool were located. The pumps and equipment were not damaged, but the surrounding structure had to be demolished. The existing equipment could be incorporated into a new clubhouse, which the board intends to complete in 2022. In the meantime, the village board is considering creating a shuttle service to transport swimmers to the nearest facilities in Platteville or Shullsburg.