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School board approves use of committed funds for David Thibodeaux competition gym
Summary
The Lafayette Parish School Board approved using committed funds to build a competition gym at David Thibodeaux, including locker rooms, restrooms, concessions and space for about 1,000 spectators; supporters urged an expanded athletic scope during public comment.
The Lafayette Parish School Board approved using committed district funds to build a competition gym at David Thibodeaux, the board confirmed after public comment and a voice vote. A motion to approve the consent agenda, which included item 2.7 authorizing use of committed funds for the David Thibodeaux competition gym, was made by Mr. Bajoron and seconded by Mr. Desarmo; the board president announced the motion carried.
The project matters to students, staff and community members who said the school lacks essential athletic support. "My basketball team and I want to have a second gym because if we don't have a second gym, then we wouldn't have enough space for all the teams...to be able to…
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