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Parents press Newport-Mesa USD to fix worn practice fields, some urge turf at Newport Harbor
Summary
Parents and community members urged the Newport‑Mesa Unified School District board to address safety problems on worn grass practice fields, highlighting repeated slips, poor drainage and maintenance burdens on booster groups and asking the district to consider long‑term solutions including turf.
Parents and community members told the Newport‑Mesa Unified School District board on Aug. 21 that worn, uneven grass fields at several high schools are creating safety hazards and limiting practice time.
"It's time to take a proactive step towards ensuring that our athletes can compete in an environment that supports their growth, performance, and safety," said Yoda Takamori, a parent and student‑athlete parent speaking about Newport Harbor's practice field. Multiple speakers described uneven turf, poor drainage and frequent mud that…
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