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Board backs further study of proposed baseball-softball complex on city land
Summary
The board voted to continue exploring a proposal to acquire city land for a baseball and softball complex that would consolidate high school and youth facilities, add parking and consider turf; city manager said the city supports the concept and next step is negotiating a purchase contract.
The Ottumwa Community School Board voted to continue exploring a proposal to buy city land and develop a baseball and softball complex that would consolidate high school and middle‑school fields and create shared concessions, restrooms and parking. Mike (superintendent) and Brandon (district staff) presented the concept, and Phil, the city manager, said the city is supportive. The board approved a motion to “continue exploring the idea” and asked staff to pursue next steps, including drafting a purchase contract with the city.
Brandon said the district envisions purchasing an outlined parcel near the park and creating a phased…
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