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Lawrence Parks Board approves I9 Sports fall program at Burns Field with discounted fee for summer registrants
Summary
The Lawrence City Parks Board approved an agreement with I9 Sports to run youth programs at Burns Field this fall, including a fee structure and an outreach plan for affordability; the board approved the contract by voice vote.
The Lawrence City Parks Board voted to approve an agreement with I9 Sports to run youth sports programs at Burns Field this fall.
The I9 Sports representative said the program will offer entry-level sports for ages 3–14 and that the fall flag-football season will run Sept. 6 through Oct. 18 with built-in rainout dates. The presenter said, “we're bringing youth sports to the area,” and described the program as “rec level” and suitable for beginners.
The contract term approved covers a six-week program with a two-week extension allowance for rainouts. The group told the board it plans to store equipment in a small onsite shed, provide certificates of insurance listing the parks…
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