(La Porte, IN) - The La Porte School Corporation is responding to a petition drive in support of Kiwanis Field reported on HometownNewsNow.com (click here for the story) last week.

 

Here's the statement released by the school administration today.

 

“We recognize the historical significance and emotional connection that Kiwanis Field holds for our community.  For more than 70 years, it has been home to memories and traditions cherished by many generations of La Porte residents.

 

It is important to clarify that the La Porte Community School Corporation has no current plans to demolish Kiwanis Field.
 

While discussions have occurred over the years regarding the facility's future due to facility needs, these discussions have been exploratory in nature, focusing on assessing the best path forward for the community and our students.

 

We are committed to maintaining transparency as we evaluate our facilities and make decisions in the best interest of service to our students.

 

We have met with members of Preserve Historic La Porte and appreciate their passion for Kiwanis Field and their offer to assist with a feasibility study to explore renovation options.

 

The administration and board will review Preserve Historic La Porte's offer and discuss our course of action publicly at the October board meeting.

 

We understand the importance of preserving Kiwanis Field's historical aspects. Still, our primary focus is to ensure that any decisions regarding the field align with the needs of students and programs that serve them, as well as the district’s broader goals of safety and optimizing taxpayer resources.

 

We value the input of all community members and encourage ongoing dialogue about the best path forward for Kiwanis Field. We will keep the public informed and involved as this process progresses.”