Save the Northglenn Fusion Swim Team

Dear Mayor, Members of City Council, and Parks & Recreation Leadership,

We are writing as heartbroken Northglenn parents and residents to ask that you pause the sudden closure of the Northglenn Fusion Swim Team. Before this program is lost for good, we respectfully request to consider our letter.

When our children heard the news today, they were absolutely devastated.

For our families, Fusion is not just an after-school activity—it is a second home at the Northglenn Recreation Center.

Since Head Coach Jim Sharp joined in July 2024, the team has grown by 50 swimmers. Coach Jim’s mission has always been to develop exceptional young people and strong students who make Northglenn proud. Our children have poured their hearts into this sport, building lasting friendships and succeeding in competitions. Closing the team would shutter their hard work and dedication.

While we understand the city faces difficult budget choices, we do not want you to bear this financial burden alone. As a dedicated community, we are willing to pay more to keep our children in the pool. We would like to discuss the following financial revisions:

· Higher Dues: Restructuring monthly fees to directly cover operational shortfalls.

· Covering Meet Costs: Having families directly absorb all coach travel and meet expenses.

Please keep this opportunity open for our children. We respectfully ask you to temporarily pause this decision and meet with a delegation of parents and coaches to review these financial solutions.

Thank you for your time and leadership. We look forward to your prompt response.

Sincerely,

The Parents and Swimmers of Northglenn Fusion