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Turf replacement could affect fall and spring sports; staff urges fallback plans
Summary
Staff said the turf replacement schedule may encroach on fall and early-spring seasons; leagues should prepare fallback plans and staff estimated work likely would not begin before early November and could stretch into March or April depending on winter conditions.
Staff told the committee that the turf replacement project's schedule could overlap with the fall season or extend into spring, and advised leagues to prepare fallback plans if needed. "We scheduled the whole season as if it would not start, but people need to have a fallback plan," the staff member said, noting uncertainties tied to winter weather, contractor availability and supply-chain constraints.
David added historical context: when the field was built from scratch previously, opening did not occur until July 14; staff said they hoped the current work would not be that delayed but that March or April completion is possible depending on conditions. Members agreed teams should plan accordingly and staff will pass scheduling details to leagues as the project timeline firmed up.
