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Board reviews proposed stadium fencing, new walkways and accessibility upgrades; superintendent to return with approval
Summary
Superintendent Chapman presented proposed additions to the district's stadium project: six-foot perimeter fencing, double-gated ticketing/EMS entries, packed-stone walkways, and designated ADA parking. Administration will bring detailed costs for board approval next week.
Superintendent Chapman updated the board on progress with Triad Architects and presented a package of proposed additions focused on stadium security and accessibility.
Chapman described a plan to install six-foot black vinyl perimeter fencing around the stadium with double-gate entry points that could serve as ticket-taking locations. Behind the fieldhouse the district proposed cost-conscious packed-stone walkways to direct spectator flow and preserve the option for future changes if the fieldhouse is moved. Paved spectator walkways and a designated row of handicap parking near the high-school entry were proposed to improve ADA access during events.
Chapman said irrigation and sod installation are progressing and that milling of the track and spectator areas is scheduled for the third week of June. He emphasized that the packed-stone material was chosen as a less-permanent, cost-conscious surface that approaches the feel of concrete while conserving funds should future fieldhouse plans change.
In an effort to protect the new surface, Chapman said the district will lock down field access during the first year and restrict Friday-night field access to the marching band and student section. He acknowledged this would be inconvenient for some community members but said it is consistent with common stadium-security practices.
Chapman asked the board to review the additions and gave staff direction to return with final figures and an approval request at the June 16 meeting. Board members asked about sight lines, emergency access and how EMS would use a designated double-gated point of entry; Chapman said those details were part of the proposed plan and could be refined prior to approval.
