2020 Pool Opening Information
Click here to view the REVISED: Pool Announcement June 16, 2020
RounTrey Pool Information & Rules
GENERAL: These rules and policies have been adopted by the Association to insure the equitable use, enjoyment and safety of all RounTrey residents and invited guests using the pool. This is a family amenity. Please respect the privileges and safety of all. Each person is responsible to abide by all the rules. Comments and complaints concerning the operation of the pool or the lifeguards should be directed to a member of the pool committee whose contact information is posted in the club house and on the website, or by reaching out to rountreypool@gmail.com.
The Association has the right to refuse admittance and suspend privileges of persons failing to comply with any rules for an indefinite term depending on the action of the individual. The procedure for discipline is as follows:
The Association has the right to amend these rules and policies without notice.
The pool is the private property of the Association. Only RounTrey residents and invited guests may use this amenity.
LIFEGUARDS: The lifeguards are present to supervise pool operations and insure the safety of all swimmers. They are responsible for the enforcement of all rules described herein and have the authority to dismiss anyone from the pool if their actions are judged to be hazardous or inappropriate in any manner. Failure to comply with such dismissal, until it can be addressed by a member of the pool committee and the lifeguard’s supervisors may justify a longer suspension, which will not be reduced, even if the original problem is resolved completely in the swimmer’s favor. Conversations with lifeguards should be kept to a minimum.
LIFEGUARDS ARE NOT BABYSITTERS, nor are they expected to clean up after guests.
Hours of Operation
The pool will be open on Memorial Day Weekend, through Labor Day, during the following hours:
Monday - Friday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm*
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Holiday: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm**
* Public school days: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
** 4th of July and Memorial Day: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Rules and Policies
GENERAL RULES
1. OBEY LIFEGUARDS AT ALL TIMES!
2. Persons using the pool do so at their own risk. The Association is not responsible for any injury, nor is it responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property. There will be short-term lost and found storage.
3. The lifeguards may close the pool at any time in consideration of the health and safety of the swimmers including the onset of inclement weather.
4. You may not enter the water with, open sores, poison ivy, or other infectious or contagious conditions.
5. No glassware or breakable plastic will be permitted in the pool area.
6. No weapons or firearms of any kind are allowed.
7. Only lifeguards and authorized personnel are allowed inside the filter room.
8. No socializing with on duty lifeguards.
9. Pets are not allowed.
10. In the case of solid fecal, loose stool, or vomit: the pool or splash park will be cleared of all swimmers, fecal matter will be removed as much as possible, the entire pool will be “shocked” with either liquid or granular chlorine, and the pool will remain close for at least two complete turnover cycles. This process usually takes up to 2-4 hours
11. All residents are required to check in at the gate. Residents must be in the pool pass database or you will be turned away. This will be strictly enforced. If you are a new resident and need to be added to the pool pass database, you will need to schedule a time with the pool committee by contacting them at: rountreypool@gmail.com. Residents not in good standing with the HOA will be turned away at the gate and will not be allowed use of the pool until account is in good standing. Please contact ACS West to resolve any account status issues.
POOL BEHAVIOR
12. Smoking, use of tobacco products, or vaping while in the pool area and clubhouse property including the splash park, bathrooms, clubhouse or the vending area is prohibited. Underage smoking is strictly prohibited and can result in termination of access to pool facilities.
13. Abusive or profane language or breach of peace will not be tolerated. The lifeguards can make you leave the pool if such action occurs.
14. No loud music will be played at pool. Only hand held music devices are allowed (e.g. MP3 player or smartphone). The pool radio will be set to family friendly station and should not be changed by any resident.
15. Proper attire MUST be worn on the property at all times. No cut off shorts or street clothing in the pool.
16. Running, pushing, and rough play in any form is prohibited.
POOL USAGE, INFLATABLES, AND TOYS
17. Lifejackets, noodles, or kick boards may be allowed in the pool only at the lifeguard’s discretion and with their express permission.
18. Water toys are permitted in the splash park.
19. Water guns and tennis balls are prohibited in the pool.
20. No scuba, snorkeling, or underwater breathing gear of any kind is allowed for safety reasons. Goggles only are permitted.
21. Inflatable toys or rafts of any kind are not allowed. Water wings or attached arm floats are not considered toys and are permitted for children.
22. Flips from the side of the pool are prohibited.
23. No diving is allowed.
24. No riding on shoulders.
25. No playing on ladders.
26. The swim lane is for lap swimming only. If a resident wishes to swim laps they can ask a lifeguard at any time to clear the lane for them.
SLIDE RULES
27. Lifeguard instructions must be followed for the slide.
28. The slide must be ridden feet first on your back, in a sitting or lying down position.
29. No running, diving, standing, kneeling, rotating, or stopping while on the slide.
30. No loitering in the pool at the bottom of the slide.
31. Swimwear with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets, or metal ornamentation are not permitted on the slide.
32. No standing on the steps of the slide while waiting to use the slide. Standing is only permitted on the platforms and on the pool deck while waiting to use the slide.
33. Only one person at a time can go down the slide. One adult may accompany a child under the age of eleven (11) on the slide if there is a floatation device on the child.
34. Parent or guardian may stand in the water off to the side of the end of the slide to assist child to the side safely.
CHILDREN AND AGE RESTRICTIONS
35. Children under eleven (11) years of age MUST be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult, age sixteen (16) and over. Written authorization must be given to the lifeguard delegating responsibility to a specific individual or caregiver on a specific day if the parent is not present.
36. All children between the ages of eleven and fifteen (11 and 15) must pass a swim test before they are permitted into the pool area, including the deck, without adult supervision. This test will be provided by the lifeguards on duty.
37. Children under seven (7) years of age MUST remain within arms-reach of the parent or responsible adult. The parent or responsible adult must accompany the child in the pool, NOT sitting on the edge of the pool.
38. Any child who CANNOT SWIM must be within arms-reach of a parent or responsible adult despite the use of water wings or floaties. The parent or responsible adult must be IN the pool, not on the edge.
39. A parent or responsible adult must accompany a child under the age of seven (7) in the splash park at all times, as this area is NOT under the direct supervision of the lifeguards. No one over the age of six (6), except the responsible adult or parents are allowed to enter the splash park or “kiddie” pool.
40. There will be a ten (10) minute safety break called on an hourly basis at the discretion of the lifeguards. Children under the age of eighteen (18) will get out of the pool immediately and will not reenter until given permission by the lifeguards. Children are not allowed to sit on the ledge in the shallow end during this time either. Children must remain 5 feet from the perimeter of the pool or water line for safety reasons.
41. All diaper dependent guests must wear an approved swim diaper. Parents are asked to have their children use toilet facilities prior to entering the pool and to explain the sanitary importance thereof.
GUESTS, CAREGIVERS, OR GENERAL ACCESS
42. Guests can visit the RounTrey Pool if the RounTrey resident stays with them during the visit. A guest cannot be just dropped off at the pool for the day. Guests are required to leave with the resident when they leave for the day. A max of 5 guests per household are allowed per day. The charge for guest visits are as follows:
43. Caregivers are allowed to accompany resident children to the pool and act as the responsible adult. Caregivers can accompany resident adults to the pool, but are then considered a guest on that day, and will pay a guest fee.
The annual charge for caregivers is as follows:
$50.00 per household
Max of 2 caregivers on the household account
44. Future residents who have a signed contract with a builder, and have signed the acknowledgment of HOA covenants will have access to the pool facilities with same privileges as a resident. If at any time, the future resident ends the contract with the builder, the pool privileges are revoked immediately. All fees are non-refundable and not pro-rated. These privileges only apply to the pool. All clubhouse and other facility access is determined by the HOA and its committees. The annual charge for a future resident is as follows:
$200 per household
45. Non-resident children under the age of eighteen (18) of a resident are not considered guests and can accompany the resident at any time. Non-resident children under the age of eighteen (18) are considered residents when in the custody of the homeowner.
46. Long-term (greater than 1 week) guests under the age of eighteen (18) of a resident are permitted to use the pool, in accordance with other rules, as a resident. The annual charge for a long-term guest is as follows:
$25 fee per long-term guest
POOL RENTALS, PARTIES, LESSONS, & CLASSES
47. Pool chairs and tables are first come first serve. They are to be used for pool side sitting, not for storage. Chairs and tables may be held by family member and only for their family. A family member or caregiver must remain present at all times. They are not to be put into the splash park features or taken off the pool deck. Pool chairs must remain at least 5 feet from the pool/water line perimeter.
48. Lessons can ONLY be booked through the lifeguards. Lessons must take place during pool hours. No outside lessons, classes, or events can be held at the pool for insurance reasons.
49. Pool will not close for private parties. It can however be closed for a RounTrey community function.
50. No one is allowed in the pool area after hours, with the exception of during an approved RounTrey Community Function.
51. No wagons, carts, or bikes are allowed in pool area, they must be kept on the pool check in station near the bike racks. Strollers are permitted.
52. Trespassing or vandalism on pool property will result in suspension of pool privileges and possible criminal prosecution.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
53. ALL food and beverage must be kept a minimum of five (5) feet from the pool edge or waterline
54. All persons are required to dispose of their trash in the proper receptacles. Also any food or trash dropped around the tables should also be picked up to prevent bee stings.
55. Open alcohol is permitted only within the perimeter of the pool and clubhouse facility.
56. Open fires, grills, barbeque equipment, or cooking will not be permitted.
Click here to view the REVISED: Pool Announcement June 16, 2020
RounTrey Pool Information & Rules
GENERAL: These rules and policies have been adopted by the Association to insure the equitable use, enjoyment and safety of all RounTrey residents and invited guests using the pool. This is a family amenity. Please respect the privileges and safety of all. Each person is responsible to abide by all the rules. Comments and complaints concerning the operation of the pool or the lifeguards should be directed to a member of the pool committee whose contact information is posted in the club house and on the website, or by reaching out to rountreypool@gmail.com.
The Association has the right to refuse admittance and suspend privileges of persons failing to comply with any rules for an indefinite term depending on the action of the individual. The procedure for discipline is as follows:
- 1st offense- Give verbal warning
- 2nd offense- Expel offender from pool for the remainder of the day
The Association has the right to amend these rules and policies without notice.
The pool is the private property of the Association. Only RounTrey residents and invited guests may use this amenity.
LIFEGUARDS: The lifeguards are present to supervise pool operations and insure the safety of all swimmers. They are responsible for the enforcement of all rules described herein and have the authority to dismiss anyone from the pool if their actions are judged to be hazardous or inappropriate in any manner. Failure to comply with such dismissal, until it can be addressed by a member of the pool committee and the lifeguard’s supervisors may justify a longer suspension, which will not be reduced, even if the original problem is resolved completely in the swimmer’s favor. Conversations with lifeguards should be kept to a minimum.
LIFEGUARDS ARE NOT BABYSITTERS, nor are they expected to clean up after guests.
Hours of Operation
The pool will be open on Memorial Day Weekend, through Labor Day, during the following hours:
Monday - Friday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm*
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Holiday: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm**
* Public school days: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
** 4th of July and Memorial Day: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Rules and Policies
GENERAL RULES
1. OBEY LIFEGUARDS AT ALL TIMES!
2. Persons using the pool do so at their own risk. The Association is not responsible for any injury, nor is it responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property. There will be short-term lost and found storage.
3. The lifeguards may close the pool at any time in consideration of the health and safety of the swimmers including the onset of inclement weather.
4. You may not enter the water with, open sores, poison ivy, or other infectious or contagious conditions.
5. No glassware or breakable plastic will be permitted in the pool area.
6. No weapons or firearms of any kind are allowed.
7. Only lifeguards and authorized personnel are allowed inside the filter room.
8. No socializing with on duty lifeguards.
9. Pets are not allowed.
10. In the case of solid fecal, loose stool, or vomit: the pool or splash park will be cleared of all swimmers, fecal matter will be removed as much as possible, the entire pool will be “shocked” with either liquid or granular chlorine, and the pool will remain close for at least two complete turnover cycles. This process usually takes up to 2-4 hours
11. All residents are required to check in at the gate. Residents must be in the pool pass database or you will be turned away. This will be strictly enforced. If you are a new resident and need to be added to the pool pass database, you will need to schedule a time with the pool committee by contacting them at: rountreypool@gmail.com. Residents not in good standing with the HOA will be turned away at the gate and will not be allowed use of the pool until account is in good standing. Please contact ACS West to resolve any account status issues.
POOL BEHAVIOR
12. Smoking, use of tobacco products, or vaping while in the pool area and clubhouse property including the splash park, bathrooms, clubhouse or the vending area is prohibited. Underage smoking is strictly prohibited and can result in termination of access to pool facilities.
13. Abusive or profane language or breach of peace will not be tolerated. The lifeguards can make you leave the pool if such action occurs.
14. No loud music will be played at pool. Only hand held music devices are allowed (e.g. MP3 player or smartphone). The pool radio will be set to family friendly station and should not be changed by any resident.
15. Proper attire MUST be worn on the property at all times. No cut off shorts or street clothing in the pool.
16. Running, pushing, and rough play in any form is prohibited.
POOL USAGE, INFLATABLES, AND TOYS
17. Lifejackets, noodles, or kick boards may be allowed in the pool only at the lifeguard’s discretion and with their express permission.
18. Water toys are permitted in the splash park.
19. Water guns and tennis balls are prohibited in the pool.
20. No scuba, snorkeling, or underwater breathing gear of any kind is allowed for safety reasons. Goggles only are permitted.
21. Inflatable toys or rafts of any kind are not allowed. Water wings or attached arm floats are not considered toys and are permitted for children.
22. Flips from the side of the pool are prohibited.
23. No diving is allowed.
24. No riding on shoulders.
25. No playing on ladders.
26. The swim lane is for lap swimming only. If a resident wishes to swim laps they can ask a lifeguard at any time to clear the lane for them.
SLIDE RULES
27. Lifeguard instructions must be followed for the slide.
28. The slide must be ridden feet first on your back, in a sitting or lying down position.
29. No running, diving, standing, kneeling, rotating, or stopping while on the slide.
30. No loitering in the pool at the bottom of the slide.
31. Swimwear with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets, or metal ornamentation are not permitted on the slide.
32. No standing on the steps of the slide while waiting to use the slide. Standing is only permitted on the platforms and on the pool deck while waiting to use the slide.
33. Only one person at a time can go down the slide. One adult may accompany a child under the age of eleven (11) on the slide if there is a floatation device on the child.
34. Parent or guardian may stand in the water off to the side of the end of the slide to assist child to the side safely.
CHILDREN AND AGE RESTRICTIONS
35. Children under eleven (11) years of age MUST be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult, age sixteen (16) and over. Written authorization must be given to the lifeguard delegating responsibility to a specific individual or caregiver on a specific day if the parent is not present.
36. All children between the ages of eleven and fifteen (11 and 15) must pass a swim test before they are permitted into the pool area, including the deck, without adult supervision. This test will be provided by the lifeguards on duty.
37. Children under seven (7) years of age MUST remain within arms-reach of the parent or responsible adult. The parent or responsible adult must accompany the child in the pool, NOT sitting on the edge of the pool.
38. Any child who CANNOT SWIM must be within arms-reach of a parent or responsible adult despite the use of water wings or floaties. The parent or responsible adult must be IN the pool, not on the edge.
39. A parent or responsible adult must accompany a child under the age of seven (7) in the splash park at all times, as this area is NOT under the direct supervision of the lifeguards. No one over the age of six (6), except the responsible adult or parents are allowed to enter the splash park or “kiddie” pool.
40. There will be a ten (10) minute safety break called on an hourly basis at the discretion of the lifeguards. Children under the age of eighteen (18) will get out of the pool immediately and will not reenter until given permission by the lifeguards. Children are not allowed to sit on the ledge in the shallow end during this time either. Children must remain 5 feet from the perimeter of the pool or water line for safety reasons.
41. All diaper dependent guests must wear an approved swim diaper. Parents are asked to have their children use toilet facilities prior to entering the pool and to explain the sanitary importance thereof.
GUESTS, CAREGIVERS, OR GENERAL ACCESS
42. Guests can visit the RounTrey Pool if the RounTrey resident stays with them during the visit. A guest cannot be just dropped off at the pool for the day. Guests are required to leave with the resident when they leave for the day. A max of 5 guests per household are allowed per day. The charge for guest visits are as follows:
- Age seven (7) and over - $5.00 per guest per visit
- Age six (6) and under – free, but still count towards the max of 5 guests per household
- Fees are payable by credit card ONLY (payable upon checking in with the lifeguard)
43. Caregivers are allowed to accompany resident children to the pool and act as the responsible adult. Caregivers can accompany resident adults to the pool, but are then considered a guest on that day, and will pay a guest fee.
The annual charge for caregivers is as follows:
$50.00 per household
Max of 2 caregivers on the household account
44. Future residents who have a signed contract with a builder, and have signed the acknowledgment of HOA covenants will have access to the pool facilities with same privileges as a resident. If at any time, the future resident ends the contract with the builder, the pool privileges are revoked immediately. All fees are non-refundable and not pro-rated. These privileges only apply to the pool. All clubhouse and other facility access is determined by the HOA and its committees. The annual charge for a future resident is as follows:
$200 per household
45. Non-resident children under the age of eighteen (18) of a resident are not considered guests and can accompany the resident at any time. Non-resident children under the age of eighteen (18) are considered residents when in the custody of the homeowner.
46. Long-term (greater than 1 week) guests under the age of eighteen (18) of a resident are permitted to use the pool, in accordance with other rules, as a resident. The annual charge for a long-term guest is as follows:
$25 fee per long-term guest
POOL RENTALS, PARTIES, LESSONS, & CLASSES
47. Pool chairs and tables are first come first serve. They are to be used for pool side sitting, not for storage. Chairs and tables may be held by family member and only for their family. A family member or caregiver must remain present at all times. They are not to be put into the splash park features or taken off the pool deck. Pool chairs must remain at least 5 feet from the pool/water line perimeter.
48. Lessons can ONLY be booked through the lifeguards. Lessons must take place during pool hours. No outside lessons, classes, or events can be held at the pool for insurance reasons.
49. Pool will not close for private parties. It can however be closed for a RounTrey community function.
50. No one is allowed in the pool area after hours, with the exception of during an approved RounTrey Community Function.
51. No wagons, carts, or bikes are allowed in pool area, they must be kept on the pool check in station near the bike racks. Strollers are permitted.
52. Trespassing or vandalism on pool property will result in suspension of pool privileges and possible criminal prosecution.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
53. ALL food and beverage must be kept a minimum of five (5) feet from the pool edge or waterline
54. All persons are required to dispose of their trash in the proper receptacles. Also any food or trash dropped around the tables should also be picked up to prevent bee stings.
55. Open alcohol is permitted only within the perimeter of the pool and clubhouse facility.
56. Open fires, grills, barbeque equipment, or cooking will not be permitted.