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Coach says football program needs $18,000–$19,000; board hears request for co-match
Summary
Coach Stewart told the board the high-school football program needs an estimated $18,000–$19,000 to operate and requested a co-match; he reported 52 players on the roster. Trustees asked staff to consider possible assistance but made no funding commitment.
Coach Stewart addressed the board during public forum and presented an inventory and budget estimate for the Calipatria High School football program.
Coach Stewart said the program requires "$18,000 to $19,000 dollars" to run successfully and reported there are 52 players on the team. Parent Tania Witt supported the request. Trustees did not adopt a funding allocation at the meeting but discussed options, including possible matching funds and fundraising via the Booster Club. Staff were expected to follow up with cost breakdowns and funding options.
