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MSAD 6 bond hearing spotlights split over bundled HVAC repairs and turf field
Summary
At a public hearing on the MSAD 6 proposed bonds, residents debated an $8.2 million package that pairs critical HVAC, ventilation and roof repairs with an artificial-turf and track project; supporters said turf increases use and lowers long-term maintenance, while opponents called the bundling nontransparent and urged separate votes.
Superintendent Gleason told voters the general-resolution bond would pay for boilers, controls and ventilation upgrades across several schools and a resurfaced track and artificial-turf stadium field, saying, “the grand total is $8,205,023 for that project.” He and project consultants emphasized state and federal rebates and noted a separate SRRF portion that carries 0% interest and partial state reimbursement.
The bond drew sharply divided public comment. Kevin Cooper, a longtime teacher and coach, said turf is not a luxury but a pragmatic solution to a grass field used only about 70 hours a year: “If we add turf, now our water and our wells…
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