The board is considering whether to use facility modernization funding for a soccer field lighting project while the district continues applying for an additional grant. Background materials show a defined $220,000 scope to replace the deteriorated soccer field lighting with a new LED sports lighting system, including new electrical distribution, underground infrastructure, controls, and 21 LED fixtures delivering about 20 average footcandles. The district has already secured a $100,000 Chevron grant and is requesting another $120,000 grant, with a proposed project window from November 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.No contractor has been selected yet; the June 17, 2026 special meeting item is to decide on use of modernization funds alongside the pending grant. This creates a pre-RFP capital project where vendors for sports lighting, electrical construction, design, controls, and grant/energy consulting can help the district finalize scope, phasing, and procurement strategy while funding is being assembled.

Project narrative emphasizes current safety, reliability, and energy-efficiency issues (corrosion, voltage drop, water intrusion, inadequate power). Chevron funding is already committed; an additional $120,000 grant is pending at time of meeting.