Shortened pool season ends with 9,000 visitors

■ No COVID-related issues reported in 33 days of swimming

The Aurora Aquatic Center opened its doors for 33 days this summer, welcoming more than 9,000 swimmers in a season shortened by the COVID pandemic. News-Register/Kurt Johnson
The Aurora Aquatic Center opened its doors for 33 days this summer, welcoming more than 9,000 swimmers in a season shortened by the COVID pandemic. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

More than 9,000 people visited the Aurora Aquatic Center during a pandemic-shortened season this summer, which came to a close last week without any reported COVID cases or incidents.

Co-manager Eli Cerveny said it was a different year for everyone involved, though she said people were understanding and generally appreciative of the opportunity to enjoy some traditional summer fun.

“For being open f…