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Board approves MOU with Mission Valley Track & Field after sustained public support
Summary
Parents, coaches and alumni urged the New Haven Unified School District to preserve Mission Valley Track & Field access and grant Legacy status; the board approved a memorandum of understanding formalizing use of James Logan facilities and expressed support for continued community partnership.
The New Haven Unified School District Board of Education approved a memorandum of understanding with Mission Valley Track & Field after a lengthy public‑comment period in which parents, coaches and alumni described the program’s benefits.
A steady stream of Mission Valley speakers told the board the club trains athletes of all ages, has produced national qualifiers and champions, awards scholarships to New Haven students and provides low‑cost opportunities for youth development. Coach Lee Webb, introduced himself as a longtime coach and said the club has grown to several hundred registered youth and gives local athletes “opportunity to compete and represent Union City” while also offering life‑skills training.
Speakers said Mission Valley’s use of James Logan facilities aids recruitment and retention, cited a history of community events and scholarships tied to the program, and asked the board to formalize “Legacy” status to protect ongoing access. The board placed the MOU on the consent‑action agenda and voted to approve the agreement at the same meeting.
Board action: Trustees moved and seconded the memorandum of understanding between New Haven Unified School District and Mission Valley Track and Field Club; on roll call the motion carried with the usual vote procedure (aye/nay recorded) and the MOU was approved.
Why it matters: Supporters said the partnership provides accessible youth programming, competitive opportunities and community benefits such as scholarships and event participation. The MOU creates a formal agreement that the district and club can reference in scheduling and program planning.
What’s next: The MOU was approved as part of the board’s action items; implementation details (scheduling, responsibilities and any reporting back to the board) were not specified in the meeting record and will be handled through the district’s facilities/partnership processes.
