Trenton Mayor’s Office Says Contract for City’s Pools UnderPays Its Vendor, Puts Kids in Pools at Risk

Dear Friends,

Earlier today, we informed USA Management that we are recommending to the City Council at this evening’s meeting that USA’s contract with the city be terminated. We believe that USA Management has grossly underbid the contract, which prevents the company from managing the pool program per the requirements in the scope of services detailed in the bid, including meeting the lifeguard-to-swimmer ratios and proposing to charge residents for swimming instructions, which is contrary to the bid’s scope of services. We will not compromise the safety of residents who are using our city pools and we will not burden them with additional costs to enjoy them. Ensuring their safety as they take advantage of recreational activities is paramount to the Jackson administration and City Council members.

All the best,

Michael

Michael A. Walker

Public Information Officer and Aide to the Mayor

City of Trenton

Office of the Mayor

City Hall

319 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08608

Direct: 609-989-3033

Cell Phone: 609-789-7272

E-mail: mwalker@trentonnj.org