# Groton Athletic Fields Task Force - 9/17/26

The Groton Athletic Fields Task Force met on September 17, 2026, to discuss progress on phase one of the athletic fields project at Fitch High School and planning for phase two. Updates included completion of geotechnical boring and perk tests, ongoing outreach to manufacturers for bathroom facilities and bleachers, and upcoming turf selection presentations. The task force reviewed seating capacity adjustments to meet code requirements and budget constraints. Phase two, involving improvements at Claude Chester School, is contingent on final bid results and pricing from phase one, expected by early 2027. The group emphasized the importance of public engagement and suggested initiating a social media campaign to keep the community informed and excited. No formal votes were taken, but the task force planned to continue monitoring design refinements, budget updates, and permitting progress, aiming to be construction-ready by spring 2027.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [Groton Athletic Fields Task Force - 9/17/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLDLyJOoVAA) - Groton Municipal Television