Rosalia Park and Recreation District #5

September 9, 2026

Cause Notice of Vacancy

The Rosalia Park and Recreation District #5 (AKA Whitman County Park and Rec Dist #5) Hereby gives 15 Day cause notice of commissioner vacancy pursuant to RCW 42.12.080:

Angie Trevino has been nominated, at a regular meeting of the governing body held September 9, 2026 to fill Position #4, vacancy due to resignation of a commissioner. 

Registered voters who reside within the Rosalia Park and Recreation Dist #5 boundaries may submit nominations to the governing body no later than our next regularly scheduled board meeting. The next board meeting will be held September 24,2026 at Rosalia Town Hall, 7:00pm

Submissions must be in person at a meeting and/or thru electronic mail: parksandrec5whitmancounty@gmail.com  

Thank you, on behalf of the Rosalia Park and Rec #5 Commissioners

Shawna Parry, Board Chair

Whitman County Parks and Rec #5

RULES & REGULATIONS

General

• Adult Supervision: Children under 13 must never be in or near the pool without active, sober, adult (18+) supervision at all times

• No use of the pool while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

• No Running: Walk, don't run, to prevent slipping on wet surfaces

• No Diving in Shallow Water: Enter the water feet first unless in a designated deep, safe diving area

• No Glass: Absolutely no glass containers in the pool area to avoid broken glass in the water or on the deck

• No Breath-Holding: Prohibit games involving long breath-holding to prevent shallow water blackout

• No Roughhousing: No dunking, pushing, or dangerous horseplay

• Persons with seizures, heart, or circulatory problems should not swim alone

• Swim with a Buddy: Never swim without a lifeguard present

• Persons failing to follow posted rules are subject to removal from the premises

• No food or drink in or around the pool area

• No toys, inflatables, or items with sharp edges allowed in pool

Diving Board Rules

• You must pass a swim test before being allowed to dive

• No running dives

• One person at a time allowed on the diving board

• No cartwheels, handstands, or hanging off the diving board

• Divers must swim directly to the nearest ladder and leave the diving area

• No swimming or playing in diving area when diving boards are being used

• Only one bounce on the board is allowed before diving

• Wait until the previous diver has cleared the landing area before you dive

• Adjustments of the diving board fulcrum may only be made at the discretion of aquatic staff

• The pool manager may restrict certain dives based on safety concerns

Hygiene and Maintenance 

• Shower First: Take a shower before entering to remove lotions and oils

• Bathroom Breaks: Take regular breaks; do not use the pool as a toilet

• No Swimming if ill, have open wounds, diarrhea, etc.

• Use appropriate swim diapers with protective coverings for babies & toddlers 

• Diaper changing must be done in the designated changing areas found in the bathrooms, not on the pool deck

General Etiquette

• Clean Up: Remove your pool devices and other items after use

• Proper Swimwear: Wear appropriate swimsuits; no cotton, denim or non-swim attire

• Ask First: Always ask an adult before entering the pool

Email:  parksandrec5whitmancounty@gmail.com 

Address:  135 W 9th Street, Rosalia, WA 99170 

Mailing Address:  P. O. Box 142, Rosalia, WA  99170 

Website:  rosaliapool.info

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