The Y in Central Maryland announced it plans to end its contract with Baltimore County to operate two swim centers in Randallstown and Dundalk.
The organization has been leasing the spaces from the county for nearly 20 years, giving its members more class options and a place to swim.
"The decision was strategic, and really about what is the most effective utilization of our limited bandwidth, and where are we most effective in terms of providing service to the community," said Derryck Fletcher, Chief Operating Officer at the Y of Central Maryland.
Y in Central Maryland to end operations at two swim centers in Baltimore County
The Y in Central Maryland operates 10 other facilities in the area.
538 people are part of memberships in Dundalk and 2,511 people are part of memberships in Randallstown.
Y memberships will continue, and the people will have full access to the other locations. They will also be able to keep their current rate for one year.
"The County is actively reviewing options for the future of these facilities, with a focus on solutions that are fiscally responsible and aligned with community needs,” said Dakarai Turner, a spokesperson for County Executive Kathy Klausmeier's office.
The contracts with the Randallstown and Dundalk locations expire on June 30, but the county asked them to continue operations until August 31, 2026, to accommodate community members during the summer.
The Randallstown Community Center officially opened its doors in May 2009, the project costing $13 million.
