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Board approves architect contract for Spartan ballfields; project timeline targets construction after school in 2026
Summary
Trustees approved a contract with Jay Hansen (transcript also spells Henson) for Spartan ballfields work, reviewed an archeological investigation and a grant deadline that requires work finished by Dec. 31, 2027; staff discussed funding options including timber dollars and accrued interest.
Board members discussed the Spartan ballfields project schedule and financing before approving an architect contract. District staff told trustees the grant requires the project to be completed by "12/31/2027," and outlined the anticipated timeline: schematic design once the contract is in place, design development between August and October, construction documents November–February, bidding in March–April 2026 and construction beginning after school ends in June 2026, with planned occupancy in September.
Trustees reviewed recent approvals related to the project, including an archaeological investigation that will sample multiple probe holes. Staff explained potential funding sources — timber dollars, accrued interest in a cash fund and debt‑service reallocation — and said they will present a packet showing which local funds could be used so the board can choose. In the formal action, the board moved, seconded and approved a contract with Jay Hansen (the transcript uses both "Hansen" and "Henson" when referring to the architect) to provide architectural services for the ballfields. Chair then called the voice vote and the contract was approved.
Trustees emphasized coordination with youth organizations (for example Little League) over scheduling and access during construction. Staff said design decisions such as bleacher type and field surfacing will be developed during design development, and warned that field turf and other materials are priced higher than earlier estimates because of market increases.
