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Board hears community concern and facilities update on Somerville High tennis courts; short-term repairs proposed
Summary
Public commenters and facilities staff discussed long‑running problems with the Somerville High School tennis courts. District engineers said soil testing is complete, design is underway and projected construction costs now estimate $1.5–$2 million; staff proposed a temporary seal-and-repaint this summer while designs and funding are finalized.
A parent and community members raised renewed concern at the April 14 Dorchester County School District 2 board meeting about the condition and timeline for replacement of the tennis courts at Summerville High School (Somerville High). Facilities staff said the existing courts are in poor condition, are located in wetlands, and will require significant civil work; district engineers have completed soil (geotechnical) testing and the A&E firm is finalizing design documents.
Community comment Ben Hop, who identified himself during public comment as a community member involved in the tennis program, told the board he has followed the courts' replacement for years and said the girls' tennis…
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