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CMU proposes college-funded football facility at Lincoln Park; council OKs staff talks
Summary
Colorado Mesa University proposed a college-funded, two-story football facility at Lincoln Park that would be paid and operated primarily by the university under a long-term lease model. Council gave staff direction to continue negotiations and work on a memorandum of understanding.
Colorado Mesa University President Marshall presented a plan on Sept. 15 asking the City of Grand Junction to partner on a college-funded football facility at Lincoln Park and for council to authorize staff to negotiate an agreement. Marshall said CMU would fund most construction through fundraising and university set-asides, using a long-term lease model similar to an earlier tennis/golf arrangement.
The university framed the project as a way to modernize the stadium entry and create a permanent home for the Mavericks football program, while preserving access for high school and other community users. Marshall told council the intent is not to pursue a Division I model but "a much more community oriented Division 2 approach," and to ensure the project supports student athletes and community use.
Why it matters: council members and CMU leaders said the facility could improve year-round use of a currently under‑utilized site, increase…
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