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Marion Co School Dist considers 10‑year city partnership to add tennis courts and three grass soccer fields
Summary
Board members reviewed a city proposal that would ask the district to pay roughly $25,000 a year for a 10‑year agreement to secure use of upgraded tennis courts and three grass soccer fields; the city would handle maintenance and fencing. No formal agreement was approved tonight.
The Marion Co School Dist board discussed a proposed interlocal arrangement with the city of Columbia to upgrade and fence tennis courts and construct three grass soccer fields that would be available for district use.
Board members said the city is asking the district to contribute about $25,000 a year and prefers a 10‑year commitment from the district. Under the plan described to the board, the city would provide maintenance and fencing, which could allow admission fees and the ability to host tournaments that generate revenue; staff and board members emphasized the proposal would be reviewed again during upcoming budget work sessions rather than decided tonight.
District officials noted potential scheduling and wear‑and‑tear issues to be sorted between each school’s practice and competition needs. The board also discussed whether soccer surfaces should be grass or turf; the materials presented to the board called for grass fields. No vote was taken; the item was placed on the agenda for further study and budget review.
