Protect the Pipeline. Preserve the Pool.

The Utah Olympic Park Development Agreement amendment has moved to the Summit County Council. Our focus now is simple: ask County Council to protect summer access (June–September) to the Spence Eccles Freestyle Pool during hotel construction.

Take Action in 5 Minutes County Council Public Hearing: Jan 28, 6:00 PM

County Council Public Hearing — Wednesday, January 28 at 6:00 PM
This is the decision point on the Utah Olympic Park Development Agreement amendment.
Attend in person, join by Zoom, or call in to show community support for keeping the freestyle pool open during summer (June–September).
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Our stance: We support responsible development at UOP and understand maintenance may be needed. Any required work should occur outside peak June–September months (or in short, well-noticed windows), while ensuring the pool stays open with equitable access for all Utah clubs.

Right now matters: County Council is the decision point. The most helpful thing you can do is email, call, and show up so Council members hear directly from the community.

What This Is About

The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation ("UOLF") is seeking a Development Agreement amendment to build a hotel and other facilities at UOP. The developer has publicly stated the pool can stay open during construction. We are asking County Council for a clear, enforceable carve-out: keep the pool open and accessible for Utah athletes and families.

200+ athletes each summer* 60+ seasonal jobs 2034 pipeline at stake Community access at risk

What We’re Asking Council To Do

Add conditions to the amendment that protect summer operations, require clear notice, and ensure equitable access for Utah clubs during construction.

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Key Facts

Next decision-maker: The Development Agreement amendment is now before the Summit County Council.
At Planning Commission, the developer stated the pool can remain open during hotel construction.
Freestyle clubs have received limited clear, written commitments about summer access (June–September) during construction.
There are no comparable large-scale freestyle water ramp facilities currently available in the U.S. at this level.
The pool supports Olympic development, local jobs, adaptive programs, and community recreation.

Community & Athlete Impact

Jobs: Lifeguards, coaches, staff, and Flying Aces performers rely on the pool each summer.
Athletes: Loss of access disrupts training for hundreds working toward the 2030 and 2034 Olympics.
Community: Families, adaptive programs, and visitors all benefit from the pool’s availability.

Take Action (Most Effective Right Now)

1) Email County Council

Use our templates to email County Council. Keep it short: protect June–September access, require notice, and keep access equitable.

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2) Attend the Public Hearing

Showing up matters. Join in person, via Zoom, or watch live — details below.

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3) Share & Grow

Follow @keepusflying on Instagram and share a post with #KeepUsFlying. Momentum helps Council feel community support.

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Tip: If you’re emailing Council, include where you live (Summit County resident, Utah resident, or visiting athlete/family), your connection to the pool, and the specific request: keep the pool open in summer (June–September) during construction.

County Council Public Hearing

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 — 6:00 PM

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR COUNTY COUNCIL

Anchor location: Summit County Courthouse Council Chambers
60 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017

Watch live: “Summit County, Utah” Facebook page

Join Zoom webinar: https://zoom.us/j/772302472

Listen by phone: Dial 1-301-715-8592
Webinar ID: 772 302 472

What to say (30 seconds)

“Please ensure the Development Agreement amendment includes enforceable conditions that keep the Spence Eccles Freestyle Pool open during summer training season (June–September), with clear notice and equitable access for Utah clubs.”

If you can, add one sentence on your connection: athlete, parent, coach, staff, business owner, visitor, adaptive program, etc.

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FAQ

Are you against development at UOP?

No. We support responsible development and understand maintenance may be needed. We’re asking that any required work be scheduled outside peak June–September (or in short, well-noticed windows) and that access remain open and equitable for Utah clubs.

Can the hotel be built while the pool stays open?

Based on the developer’s public comments, yes — the pool does not need to close for hotel construction. We’re asking for this to be formalized as enforceable conditions in the Development Agreement amendment.

What can I do right now that helps the most?

1) Email County Council, 2) attend the Jan 28 public hearing, and 3) share the message to grow awareness. Start here: Take Action.

Contact & Updates

Questions, ideas, media, or partnership inquiries? Email keepusflying@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you.