When Enumclaw decided to build a new Astroturf field, it only seemed natural turf wars might start up between local rival high schools. But the first turf war taking place is between Enumclaw's school district and city government. At issue is who gets to control the facility. The key conflict is over how to replace the turf once it wears out in 10 to 12 years.

Turf war between city, school district disrupts opening of new field

When Enumclaw decided to build a new Astroturf field, it only seemed natural turf wars might start up between the Hornets and local rivals White River and Black Diamond high schools.


But the first turf war taking place is between Enumclaw’s school district and city government.


At issue is who gets to control the facility. The key conflict is over how to replace the turf once it wears out in 10 to 12 years.


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