Groton Athletic Fields Task Force - 2/26/26

The Groton Athletic Fields Task Force convened to discuss progress and planning related to the athletic fields project, focusing primarily on the upcoming phase two referendum. The group reviewed and approved previous meeting minutes and emphasized the importance of timely communication and community engagement to build support for phase two. Key action items included drafting and distributing a letter from the task force chairman to various sports organizations and the town council to encourage advocacy and awareness. The task force also discussed the project timeline, budgeting concerns, and the need to coordinate messaging and outreach efforts, including flyers and social media updates, to keep the public informed. Additionally, the group touched on the selection process for consultants related to phase one and the potential for grant funding to support phase two. The meeting concluded with plans to finalize outreach materials ahead of the next meeting and to continue pushing the project forward within the necessary timeframe for the referendum.