The council will take over management of the Lake Haven Recreation Centre, the Toukley Aquatic Centre and the Wyong Olympic Pool from current operators YMCA NSW.
The decision comes following a detailed examination and a confidential report.
Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said current members could be assured that it would be “business as usual” for the popular facilities.
“Fees and charges will remain the same at all three locations for 2017/18, apart from the standard CPI increase,” Mr Reynolds said.
“These centres will now be added to our existing recreational facilities network including the Entrance Ocean Baths, Gosford Olympic Pool, the Peninsula Leisure Centre and Niagara Park Stadium.”
He said YMCA staff at each centre would be supported through this change process and would be able to apply for positions through Council.
Mr Reynolds added that the decision was focused on building an efficient network of facilities to meet the needs of the Central Coast.
“With the necessary resources and expertise to operate these facilities internally, it was considered that this change will promote further efficiencies across the Coast,” Mr Reynolds said.
“We’re looking forward to improving the facilities, services and programs for the current users and the wider community.”
