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Dominion Hills Member

It is essential for DH to implement a transparent and fair hiring process for lifeguards, front desk staff, and Quack Shack attendees to ensure all candidates are evaluated based on merit rather than personal connections. Establishing clear hiring criteria, standardized interview procedures, and impartial oversight (beyond a single individual such as John) will help ensure that all qualified applicants are given an equal opportunity. This approach not only promotes equity and professionalism but also strengthens DH’s commitment to community-building and ensures compliance with legal standards regarding discrimination and equal opportunity.

In the immediate term, the DH Board should investigate and share with the community the following:

1. How many individuals applied to work at the pool this summer?
2. What criteria were used to evaluate and select candidates?

In addition, the Board review all applicants who were denied a position to confirm that each decision was based on clearly defined and consistently applied criteria. If any qualified candidates were unfairly denied an opportunity, the Board should take immediate steps to rectify the situation.

The hiring process this summer lacked transparency and accountability, raising valid concerns among community members about fairness and the potential for favoritism. Addressing these concerns proactively is critical to restoring trust and ensuring a more equitable process moving forward.

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