Why do private parties and swimming lessons cost so much?
Because these services are conducted while the pool is closed to other homeowners, the Board feels that those who actually host private parties and take swimming lessons should cover the cost of those services. These activites should neither be subsidized by the Association nor subsidize other services — just pay their own way. The Board follows Red Cross recommendations and governmental policies and requires two lifeguards to be on duty at all times the pool is open (so that at least one guard always has their eyes on the pool while the other is enforcing rules, answering the phone, taking a break, resting, eating, or otherwise engaged). When you factor in the cost of government-mandated benefits (Social Security, workers compensation, unemployment insurance, etc.), the $25 per hour charge for private parties just about exactly covers the cost of paying for the lifeguards. The cost of private parties does not subsidize any other expenses of the Association — and, in fact, the cost o
