Sign at Reflecting Pool Takes Aim at 'Previous Administrations'
Summary
A new sign at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., explains maintenance work to clean the pool’s water system. The sign states that previous administrations neglected the pool, causing many water supply ports to clog, which led to this cleaning effort.Key Facts
- The National Park Service posted a sign at the Reflecting Pool about current maintenance work.
- The pool is being flushed for the first time in over 10 years to clear clogged pipes.
- The sign claims that previous administrations neglected the pool’s water system.
- The flushing might temporarily discolor the water as buildup is removed.
- The renovation of the Reflecting Pool began under President Donald Trump’s administration.
- The cleaning and refurbishment cost about $14.7 million and included adding a protective blue coating.
- The renovation caused controversy, including a lawsuit and concern over damage to the new coating.
- Security was increased after reports of damage to the pool’s new liner, and officials are investigating.
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