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Board stays action on Greenwich High pool repairs after consultants flag drain and diving‑board clearance issues
Summary
Facilities staff reported tile failures, water ponding and a possible nonconforming diving‑board headroom issue at the GHS pool; the board asked for further study and did not authorize capital funding pending engineering review.
District facilities staff told the Greenwich Board of Education that inspections of the Greenwich High School pool uncovered multiple concerns that require further investigation but do not pose an immediate safety issue for student use. "We've since then did a quick remediation on the pool that included a an emergency button that would shut down the filtration and pump system immediately," facilities staff said, and noted changes to operations to reduce risk while the investigation continues.
Facilities staff described visible ponding on a deck cold joint that likely formed when a curb was added to deepen the pool in the late 1990s, and they reported a pattern of tiles coming loose at the same elevation. After emptying the pool for inspection, consultants flagged potential noncompliance with post‑2008 pool‑drain safety requirements and a possible diving‑board headroom violation caused by a nearby structural girder. Staff said they had installed an emergency shutdown for pumps and are operating the pool with a dedicated staff member tasked with monitoring the system while the school continues programs.
The board discussed next steps and asked for a more complete engineering assessment to determine the full scope and cost of repair or replacement. Facilities staff said major components of the pool’s filtration and mechanical systems appear original to the installation and that a major renovation is likely required; staff clarified they have not yet determined whether the pool floor and drain configurations meet current federal requirements adopted after 2008. The board voted to defer capital action and asked staff to return with consultant findings and cost estimates before requesting funding.
Ending: Facilities staff said the pool remains operational under enhanced safety measures while they complete further engineering work and cost analysis; the board requested updates and the potential inclusion of a capital request when the scope and cost are clearer.
