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Savannah R-III board discusses raising stadium and facility rental fees; no vote taken
Summary
Board members discussed updating long-unused facility rental rates for the new stadium and performing arts center, including a staff recommendation of $500 per day for stadium rentals plus custodial fees and $25 per hour for practices. The board did not vote; staff will return with refined proposals.
Board members of the SAVANNAH R-III School District discussed proposed updates to the district’s facility rental agreement after increased use inquiries for the new stadium and press box.
Board Member 3 (Board member) said the district’s current rental fees were outdated —“like $5 or something to use a gym”—and presented preliminary research and an online rental form to streamline requests. As part of that research, staff proposed a stadium rental fee of $500 per day plus a custodial cleaning fee; practice bookings were suggested at about $25 per hour. Board Member 3 said the performing arts center rates were not yet set pending comparisons with neighboring districts.
Board members discussed separate treatment for after‑school childcare providers. Board Member 3 said those providers would likely receive a discounted rate because they are for‑profit organizations that also provide a community service; Board Member 2 confirmed they typically receive a nonprofit discount or separate contract terms.
On the performing arts center, Board Member 3 proposed reserving 10–15% of rental revenue in a maintenance account for high‑cost items such as replacement lighting. Board Member 1 and others said that approach made sense. No motion or formal vote was taken; Board Member 3 said staff would continue refining numbers and bring a proposal back for a future vote.
