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LA city councilman takes a dive (video)

By Kevin Roderick | August 5, 2015 9:41 AM

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To officially open a city pool in his Hollywood district this week, City Council member Mitch O'Farrell jumped in — fully clothed. "I channeled Greg Louganis, Esther Williams, and Mark Spitz!," he posted on Facebook.

Here's a reverse view:

We just dedicated the newly renovated #Hollywood Pool! City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks #firstdive #mydayinla

Posted by Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell on Monday, August 3, 2015

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