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Board accepts $32,000 donation for band instruments from local foundation
Summary
The board voted to accept $32,000 from the Milton‑Freewater Area Foundation for new band instruments plus a $1,500 donation to MacKay for outdoor tables; staff said the instruments may be ordered immediately.
Board members approved accepting two donations earmarked for student programs, including a $32,000 gift to the band and a $1,500 donation to MacKay for outdoor tables. The presenter thanked the Milton‑Freewater Area Foundation for the funding and said he expects the order for instruments to be finalized promptly: "They have, after these 2 donations, donated $32,000 for the band... for new instruments," the presenter said.
The board moved and seconded the motion to accept the grants and voted to carry it without objection. Members clarified the grant supports Ferndale‑specific items and asked whether the instruments target particular grade levels; staff confirmed the immediate focus is 5th grade. The presenter said he and school staff had finalized the order and recommended approval so vendors could proceed.
