July Update-How Close Are We?

How Close Are We?

The capital campaign is only two years old and we are coming down the home stretch towards our goal of breaking ground on Phase I! By current accounting, we expect to have over $2.4 million committed to start construction by early December or before. That includes the “million dollar match,” the contribution from the Town of Loomis, and a significant corporate pledge. By prior estimates, this should have been enough to break ground. However, due to additional accessibility requirements from the state board of architects that must approve all construction projects on campus, we are still about $250,000 short of our goal. What does that mean? It means:

1. We will not be breaking ground until after the Del Oro water polo season.

2. We still need donations. We are asking everyone to donate what they can, and ask at least 5 friends to do the same.

4. We are sharpening our pencils and cutting costs to meet an achievable budget.

5. We are looking for “in kind” donations, especially for fencing, concrete, and grading.

6. Our goal is within reach, but we need everyone to pull together in the next few months to make it happen. Please send in your donation (PayPal is available on our website: www.deloroaquaticcenter.com) or let us know how you can help TODAY! Contact us at friendsofthedopool@gmail.com.

Calling All LBD Alumni!

This Saturday, July 20, will be the last dual meet of the Loomis Basin Dolphins season before Champs. More significantly, it will be the last home meet in the old pool! We are calling alumni swimmers and parents to come cheer on our swimmers as they race against Park Terrace, and join in the special festivities including a 50/50 raffle, a Pool Jam sale, and fun relays during and at the end of the meet. We will have donation forms available if you still haven’t purchased your brick or tile for the new pool. See you on deck!

Basketball Tournament!

Greg and Stephanie Hoffman are hosting their fourth annual basketball tournament fundraiser on Sunday, August 18 from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm. This year it will benefit the new pool fund! A minimum donation of $25 provides you with a tax deductible donation & a day full of food, drinks, music, swimming, and great memories.  You are welcome to drop by or spend a few hours.  Due to liability concerns we respectfully require Adults Only for this event.  Games will be running from approximately 8:30 am-6 pm so stop by anytime. Checks can be made out to:  PUHSD/Del Oro Aquatic Center. Please RSVP by 8/14 to Greg so we can plan food and beverage accordingly:  916-275-0783. The Hoffman home is located at 2850 Taylor Rd, Loomis.

Thank You!

A big THANK YOU to Tony Toohey and Magnussen’s Auburn Toyota for their recent third donation of $10,000! This will be matched again by the Toyota Corporation. If you are considering a new car purchase in the near future, please consider buying a Toyota from Tony!

Casino Night

Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers that helped to make our third annual Casino Night a success! The evening netted over $8,000 and a good time was had by all!

Please Patronize Our Pool Partners:

Need a Real Estate Agent?

Joanne M. Santaella of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate would love to help you buy or sell a home. She has pledged 10% of her net commission if you mention the Del Oro Aquatic Center. Call her today at 916-303-6273.

Going Solar?

Are you considering adding solar to your home or business? Call Shad Derifield at Energy Saving Pros at 916-259-2501 in Loomis. For each new system installed, Energy Saving Pros will contribute $2,500 to the Del Oro Aquatic Center Fund.

Pasta for the Pool

Eat at Pasta Pomodoro ANY day of the week at 3984 Douglas Boulevard, Roseville and don’t forget to mention the Del Oro Aquatic Center to your server and they will donate 20% of your tab. Pasta Pomodoro has donated over $1,600.

Automotive Care

Be sure to bring your car to Golden Eagle Automotive for your next service or oil change. Golden Eagle will donate 5% on any major repair. Ask for Rob Koya. 3590 Taylor Road, Loomis, CA 95650 (916) 652-1100 or goldeneagleauto@att.net. Golden Eagle has donated over $1,500.

Plants for the Pool

Just in time for spring planting season! Stop by Bakers Nursery right by Del Oro for some new color for your garden! Mention the Del Oro Aquatic Center, and they will donate 10% of your purchase to the new pool fund. Bakers is located at 3363 Taylor Rd., Loomis, CA 95650. Tel: 916-652-5051; www.bakersnursery.net.