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Board hears competing views on Mamba Foundation donation and synthetic turf safety
Summary
Community members and industry representatives asked the board to accept a $2 million donation for athletic-field improvements, while other commenters raised environmental and health questions about synthetic turf; industry speakers described newer recyclable materials and drainage designs.
The board heard multiple public comments and a presentation from industry representatives about a proposed donation from the Mamba and Mambacita foundations to install or upgrade synthetic turf at district athletic fields.
Proponents, including representatives of Alta Pasa and coaches, described the donation as a $2,000,000 opportunity to improve safety and access for youth sports and to replace damaged facilities…
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