Consultant says deed supports 4‑H use of fairgrounds; board asks attorney to review

Kevin McCurdy of LWC in Richmond told the Union County/College Corner Joint School District board that he had located and highlighted language in the property deed suggesting the fairgrounds were intended to benefit 4‑H. He delivered a revised concept plan showing two parking‑lot options, a trailer area, and an overlaid cross‑country course, and described preliminary driveway widths and permitting steps.

McCurdy said he highlighted the deed to show where the document supports 4‑H use but acknowledged the language is general and could be interpreted in different ways. He warned that if a dispute arises, the deed may require a judge or arbitrator to interpret intent, and he urged the board to advise whether 4‑H should proceed with fundraising before higher‑cost steps are taken.

Board members asked the superintendent and the district attorney to review the materials and told McCurdy that if legal review shows no barrier, 4‑H would likely need the district’s sign‑off for permits or state approvals before construction of any buildings. McCurdy estimated driveways would likely be 20 to 24 feet wide for two‑way trailer traffic but said a survey and detailed design would be required before finalizing those numbers.

Next steps: McCurdy offered to share digital plans and recommended 4‑H and the board coordinate with the district attorney and local permitting offices; board members said they will have their attorney review the deed to determine whether any board action or formal sign‑off is required before 4‑H pursues fundraising or permitting.