TT Cranny Renovation Campaign
The Grinnell Rotary Club held its regular weekly meeting on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Following the opening of the meeting, guests were introduced, including the guest speaker, Mark Kolpin, present an overview of the TT Cranny Renovation Campaign.
The TT Cranny Renovation Campaign is seeking community support to put field turf on the football field at the Grinnell High School. The entire project, which also includes a new ticket area, donor appreciation area, and enhancements to the scoreboard, press box and concessions, is expected to cost between $1.8 million to $2.2 million. The project is being partially funded by the school district and partially funded by private donations from the community. The community fundraising goal is $1.2 million, and they have successfully raised more than $650,000 to date. All donations are directed through the Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation and are tax deductible.
In addition to the benefits to the football team, the new turf will also benefit the marching band, soccer team, track and field team, and the physical education department. The turf is expected to have a life expectancy of 7 to 12 years, and the school has plans to cover the replacement costs. The turf will require significantly less maintenance and will be better for concussion protocols for our athletes.
Additionally, it is expected that this renovation will open up Grinnell Parks and Recreation programs at the high school, plus provide opportunities for partnership with Grinnell College.
This project has been approved by the school board, with contractor sealed-bids due NLT the close of business Thursday, February 3. If all goes well, project completion to be accomplished the fall of 2022.
The Rotary Club thanks Mark Kolpin for sharing information about the TT Cranny Renovation Campaign.
Donna Fisher, Author
