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Central Florida Aviation Academy expansion proposed; district cautioned on infrastructure costs and contract terms
Summary
Staff briefed the board on a possible expansion of the Central Florida Aviation Academy at Winter Haven Airport and noted the donor/partner is seeking district support for infrastructure; board asked for contract clarifications before any commitment.
The Polk County School Board heard an update on plans to expand the Central Florida Aviation Academy (CFAA) campus at Winter Haven Airport and was told Sun 'n Fun and other partners are exploring a proposal that would require roadway and infrastructure work the donor group is asking the district to help fund.
Superintendent Hyde summarized the history of CFAA and said the Lakeland campus and Winter Haven satellite are both in high demand. He told the board that Sun 'n Fun has expressed interest in funding construction of a new Winter Haven facility but has asked the board to consider…
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