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Bellingham’s Parks Department has one seasonal employee started and seven additional seasonal employees hired or in the hiring process. Lifeguards are scheduled to begin at Silver Lake on June 18, 2026, while staff develop proposed 2027 opening dates for fishing access, the playground, splash pad, and beach.
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Residents can expect Silver Lake lifeguard coverage beginning June 18. The splash pad timer will run for 45 minutes followed by 15 minutes off, and beach access will depend on lifeguard availability, with a mid-June target. Officials also plan to review 2027 Silver Lake permit fees after the season to assess maintenance and operating costs.
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