Santa Clara’s International Swim Center will reopen temporarily – and partially – after $1.8 million in renovations

SANTA CLARA — For months, community members pleaded with the city of Santa Clara to reopen the famed George F. Haines International Swim Center after it closed in January over safety concerns. Nearly six months later, they have their wish — but it will come at a hefty cost to the city.

On Tuesday evening, the Santa Clara City Council voted 6-1 to temporarily — and partially — reopen the nearly 60-year-old facility as they continue to search for a long-term solution for the aging swim center.