The Fleurieu Regional Aquatic Centre (FRAC) authority faces a shake-up following the resignation of its Executive Officer, Andrew Baker.

The authority was established by Alexandrina Council and the City of Victor Harbor to oversee FRAC, which opened in March 2017.

Its board consists of three independent members, including the chair, and a representative from each of the two councils.

Board chair Steve Mathewson says the authority is now taking this opportunity to work with its constituent councils on a preferred long-term executive resourcing model for a sustainable future.

“We thank Mr Baker for the fantastic contribution he has made to the Authority, particularly in progressing a number of key projects, and wish him the best in his future endeavours.

“The Authority recognises the great relationship we have with our Constituent Councils, and we look forward to working together to achieve our goals. 

“This includes current projects such as improving our energy efficiency and reviewing accessibility.”

City of Victor Harbor CEO Victoria MacKirdy has stepped in to provide interim executive support to the board.

In April she will be replaced by Kellie Knight-Stacey, Group Manager Governance and Finance for the City of Victor Harbor.

FRAC is located at Chiton, on the boundary of the two councils, at the corner of Waterport Road and Ocean Road.

The $21 million project was a joint initiative of the Alexandrina Council and City of Victor Harbor, with each investing $6.5 million.

The funding was topped up by a $7.5 million contribution from the federal government and $500,000 from the state government on land donated from Beyond Today.

It includes a 25 metre, 8 lane swimming pool; kids pool; hydrotherapy pool; outdoor splash park; fitness facility; crèche; café and free outdoor barbecues.

Management of the centre has been contracted to the YMCA since it opened.

There has been community concern about the finances of the centre, which operates at a deficit, funded by the two councils.