Washington Reflecting Pool rehabilitation faces delays and cost overruns

The rehabilitation of the Washington Reflecting Pool has faced significant setbacks, including delays, cost overruns, algae growth, and dead ducks. Despite promises of an efficient and inexpensive project costing only $1.5 million, the effort has struggled to meet expectations.

Issues arose regarding the procurement process, as the contractor—a Virginia-based company with experience working on golf course pools—was reportedly selected in April without the standard public bidding process required by federal regulations. The project also faced criticism for attempts to paint the pool floor