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Fort Thomas discusses school field lights and facility agreements as residents raise questions
Summary
The school district requested city approval to install lights at Winkler Field and provided a reimbursement plan because the city owns the property; council heard supporters cite Title IX and athletic participation benefits while neighbors asked about contracts, timing and potential noise impacts.
Fort Thomas council heard detailed public comment and a staff briefing on requests from the Fort Thomas Independent Schools to install lights at Winkler Field and to advance improvements to Wakelet Field.
Speakers representing parents, coaches and school officials said the district has earmarked roughly $250,000 for field lighting and that Title IX and expanded girls’ athletic opportunities motivated the request.…
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