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Board discusses fairgrounds dirt exchange, floodplain risk and phased facilities work
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Summary
Board reviewed preliminary drawings for gym/courtyard and wrestling-room upgrades and discussed a proposed exchange with the fairgrounds to receive up to 5,000 cubic yards of fill; board asked for soil testing, floodplain analysis and documentation of the district’s 2,500‑cubic‑yard obligation before proceeding.
Board members discussed upcoming facilities drawings and a potential land/exchange agreement with the fairgrounds that would bring up to 5,000 cubic yards of fill to district property. Administrative representatives and consultants are preparing drawings for the gym, courtyard and a wrestling‑room project.
Speaker 7 said Boyd Jones is finalizing drawings and that the fairgrounds asked the district to accept 2,500 cubic yards under a prior agreement; the fairgrounds proposed bringing a total of 5,000 cubic yards if the district would accept the exchange. Administration said they will require soil samples and a review of floodplain impacts before the board commits to any work.
Board members raised concerns about how new grade levels would affect drainage and whether placing fill near the Elkhorn River floodplain could alter runoff onto district property. Administration noted the fairgrounds would need to compact and settle fill and that timing would be coordinated to avoid conflicts with the cross‑country meet. The board asked for a documented contract that establishes the district’s obligation and protections before any material moves.
No final construction contract or change order was approved at the meeting; board members asked staff to return with soil test results, floodplain mapping and a proposed contract for consideration at a future meeting.
