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Benicia Unified board approves $14.1M high‑school fields project and authorizes next bond sale
Summary
Trustees awarded a $14,125,000 contract to JWALT Construction for new artificial turf fields, concessions and lights at Benicia High School, approved a related stormwater maintenance agreement with the city, and adopted a resolution authorizing up to $65 million in general‑obligation bonds to finance district construction projects.
The Benicia Unified School Board on Dec. 19 approved a package of facilities actions to upgrade Benicia High School’s athletic complex and advance other capital projects.
Trustees voted to award the high‑school fields contract to JWALT Construction for $14,125,000. The scope includes new artificial turf for baseball and softball, a third all‑purpose field, dugouts, a restroom and concession building, a new parking lot, infrastructure work and Musco lighting. Construction is planned to begin in January 2026 and finish in December 2026, according to district staff.
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