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Middle school gym project delayed; superintendent proposes turf outfield at estimated $650,000
Summary
Superintendent Michael Naglas told the Mineola Board that the middle school gym renovation is months behind schedule and proposed converting the middle school softball outfield to turf immediately at an estimated $650,000 to create a safe playing surface.
District staff briefed the Mineola Board of Education on delays to the middle school gym renovation and proposed using the district’s undesignated fund balance to install a turf outfield at the middle school softball field so teams would have a usable, safe field in advance of spring play.
Why it matters: The gym renovation delays affect interior construction sequencing and building access; the softball outfield proposal would create an immediate play surface for students but requires an unplanned draw on reserves and a formal board vote for funding.
Superintendent Michael Naglas told the board the middle‑school gym renovation is “at least 5 months behind…
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