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Board authorizes superintendent to negotiate purchase of 0.32-acre property adjacent to Blacksburg High baseball field
Summary
Trustees unanimously authorized the superintendent to work with a licensed realtor to negotiate acquisition of property adjoining the Blacksburg High baseball field to improve access and support future growth; trustee discussion noted the parcel is approximately 0.32 acres.
The Cherokee County School Board voted unanimously March 16 to authorize the superintendent to negotiate the potential acquisition of a parcel adjacent to Blacksburg High School's baseball field.
The recommendation, from the district's maintenance, property and grounds committee, asks the board to allow the superintendent to work with a licensed realtor to negotiate terms and report back with a final agreement. Committee members said the parcel would "attach" to existing district property and improve accessibility for future growth and possible facility expansions.
Trustees asked for basic site details. One trustee said the board packet did not include acreage and staff offered to provide that information; later in the meeting a trustee clarified the parcel is approximately "0.32 acres." Board discussion emphasized the property's role in opening access and supporting future needs rather than immediate construction.
Trustees approved the authorization unanimously. The motion directs the superintendent to consult legal counsel while negotiating and to inform the board of the final agreement before closing.
Ending: The authorization does not itself purchase the property; it simply permits district staff to negotiate terms and return to the board with details and a recommended final action.
