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Board hears preliminary estimates for turf fields: baseball ~$600K, football $1–2M; multiple funding options discussed
Summary
District leaders presented ballpark turf costs — about $600,000 for baseball and $1–2 million for football — and outlined funding possibilities including donations, bonds when the current bond retires in 2033, grants, or saving over time; lease‑purchase options were rejected by the superintendent.
Dr. Myers told the board that interest in installing turf on athletic fields has resurged and presented preliminary cost ranges: about $600,000 for a baseball turf field, and roughly $1–2 million for a football turf field depending on specifications. He said staff are evaluating possible revenue sources to pay for such projects, including donations, grants, saving over time, or combining a new bond with the district’s current bond retirement in 2033.
Dr. Myers said he opposes a lease‑purchase approach, describing it as fiscally unwise except for emergencies, and said any donated turf would still be subject to board approval before acceptance. No formal proposal or vote was taken; staff said they will continue to investigate costs, revenue options and potential partners.
