Hassenfeld Foundation Donates $50K to Support Stages of Freedom‘s Swim Initiative
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Hassenfeld Foundation Donates $50K to Support Stages of Freedom‘s Swim Initiative
Cheryl Jordan, President of Stages of Freedom’s board of directors, said, “We are extremely grateful for the visionary support of Alan Hassenfeld and the Hassenfeld Family Foundation. They are a vital force in moving Rhode Island forward.”
Stages of Freedom Executive Director, Ray Rickman, said, “This is the largest gift to date to support our youth swimming program.”
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The Hassenfeld Family Foundation is focused on reducing the dire need of children, empowering women, and serving as a catalyst for young social entrepreneurs to improve our world.
To learn more about Stages of Freedom visit StageofFreedom.org
Report Unveils City Mismanagement of Pools
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Rot and decay was found at all equipment at all the pools. Antiquated filter rooms and staff doesn't know when (or if) filters have been cleaned.
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Violation detected of basic training and worker protection. Failure to offer Hep B vaccination as required. Violations of PEOSHA and OSHA.
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The condition of the Almagno Pool facility was found to have a sweeping array of violations including bathrooms in deplorable condition - dirty and broken bathroom. Often due to the condition of the bathrooms, children use the pool to urinate.
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At the Rogers Recreation Center, the report found unreasonable bathroom conditions and life guard training issues.
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The report finds significant violations of the ADA.
