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Trustees weigh options as neighboring districts negotiate athletics coop and fee structure
Summary
Board members discussed a possible $10,000 discount offered by the athletics cooperative and whether Washtucna should remain in the coop, pressuring adjacent districts to set a fair participation fee; transportation and roster sizes were cited as core concerns.
Board members heard an athletics report that a cooperative representative reviewed the budget and suggested a possible $10,000 discount to relieve the district's share of costs. Marshall Davis relayed that the representative "felt that he can give us a $10,000 discount" but that the representative's board presidents may not agree; trustees debated whether to stay, negotiate a lower participation fee, or withdraw if terms remained unaffordable.
Trustees emphasized transportation and equitable per‑participant costs. One member proposed coordinating with Harrington and other nearby schools to seek a commensurate contribution that matches each district’s level of participation; the board discussed holding a special meeting or letter from multiple boards to press for a reasonable, cost‑based figure.
