Editor: I was reading ….

Editor:

I was reading the GRF project update on page 2 (Sept. 10) and came across a most curious statement: the first bullet in the update where it discusses the adjusted pool depth says, “The pool depth has been adjusted from five feet deep to four feet deep, an NCAA Rule 1 Short-Course Swimming race course standard...”

First of all, why are they referring to a competitve pool standard for collegiate/university pools? Are they planning to hold races for that age group here? Is Leisure World building a competition-worthy pool?

Secondly, they should read the full standard that also requires minimum length and width by date built. (By the way, that 4-foot depth is OK for older pools, but newer ones should be seven feet.) It is a ludicrous statement. It is written as if an NCAA standard is something to crow about, but really has nothing to do with the type of pool being built here nor its usage. By the way, if competitive events are going to be held at Leisure World (doubtful), then the more appropriate governing body is U.S. Masters. Delrie Hobbs Mutual 2 Competitive Swimmer Editor’s Note: The following is from GRF Physical Property ManagerDavid Rudge: The pool will be five feet deep at the main drain.