(KNZA)--The Horton Aquatic Park will remain closed this summer.

 According to a post on the city's Facebook page, the Horton City Commission made the difficult decision Monday evening after a lengthy discussion.

 The post said the Commission felt it was in the best interest of the staff and patrons that the facility remain closed this season.

 Horton now joins several other local communities--including Atchison, Hiawatha and Horton--in deciding not to open their Aquatic Parks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.