Boosters ask North Hills board to budget replacement diving board after visiting teams refuse to dive

Mike Spinelli, speaking on behalf of the North Hills swimming and diving boosters club, asked the board to budget for a replacement diving board after competing teams refused to dive on the current board because they believed it was unsafe. "It needs to be replaced, like, immediately," Spinelli said during public comment on May 14.

Why it matters: The boosters said the district had to move a scheduled meet because the visiting team declined to use the diving board. Spinelli asked that the board plan for budgeting so a replacement could be installed before the next swimming and diving season.

Board response and next steps: Ms. Mathis thanked Spinelli for raising the issue. Spinelli suggested district staff (he named possible staff such as "Weber") follow up to determine specific needs and timing so the board can consider budgeting. The board did not take a formal vote or commit funds at the meeting.

Background and limits: The booster representative framed the request as urgent to avoid future meet disruptions; the district has not yet announced any inspection findings, bids, or a timeline for replacement. Further technical assessment and budget approval would be required before procurement.