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The Ishpeming City Council is deliberating on funding for a new tennis court project, which intends to construct eight new courts for both the Ishpeming Public Schools and general public use. The superintendent of Ishpeming Public Schools has committed to matching up to $300,000 toward the project, a commitment the city council has also made, and they plan to apply for a $400,000 DNR trust fund grant. A decision is yet to be made on a particular plot of land on New York Ave, which will be discussed at the council’s meeting on April 8.
ISHPEMING CITY COUNCIL TO FUND TENNIS COURTS PROJECT
The Ishpeming City Council is arranging finances for its tennis court project that aims to construct eight new courts.
This project is expected to provide fresh sports facilities to the Ishpeming Public Schools and local residents. The school district’s superintendent confirmed that they would contribute up to $300,000 to the budget. The city council echoed the sentiment by pledging an equal amount and securing the possibility of a $400,000 DNR trust fund grant.
Ishpeming City Manager, Craig Cugini, voiced appreciation for the council members for their efforts in engaging with the public. He insisted that it was important for them to listen to public opinion, in addition to the recommendations made by his staff.
Plans for using a land plot on New York Ave will also be discussed in the council’s meeting on April 8.
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