Frequently Asked Questions > Finances > $3.8 million sounds like a lot of money for two fields. Why so much?

  • The main cost components are the synthetic turf and the light towers.
  • Synthetic turf is more expensive than natural turf as an initial investment, but the operation and maintenance costs are much lower, and synthetic turf fields can be used 12 months a year
  • The lighting systems are expensive, but we are investing in the best technology available in the market. The fields will be well lit and the horizontal light spill to neighboring properties is essentially zero. Just like with synthetic turf, the light system is costly upfront, but its energy efficiency rating is the best in the industry, so power savings will more than justify the investment.
  • Also included is the access road and parking for 100 vehicles which will also be used during the day to alleviate the current parking deficiency at the High School.

Last updated on May 7, 2007 by Webmaster