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Board approves $318,512 playground contract; public and trustees ask about grants and alternatives
Summary
Trustees approved a $318,512 contract for Sturgis Elementary playground amid public offers of grant resources and trustee questions about higher‑cost items (turf, certified installation). Officials said vendor may pursue grants and a $60,000 donation covers earthwork.
The Mead School District board approved a contract with MyTurn Play Systems for a Sturgis Elementary playground at a total contract price of $318,512.26. The board discussed surfacing options (engineered wood fiber, turf, poured rubber) and the rationale for choosing a middle‑of‑the‑road solution that administrators said will better withstand repeated use and ADA access requirements.
Tamara Hannon and other public commenters offered leads and resources for federal and foundation playground grants, and trustees said they would pursue grant opportunities and confirm whether some discounts represent vendor‑provided foundation grants. Administrators noted a $60,000 in‑kind donation to cover site dirt work and explained the timing urgency is to lock vendor pricing before FY26 pricing changes. The board approved the contract by voice vote and directed staff to continue looking for external funding opportunities to reduce net district cost.
