Grant to Fund New Ballfield Complex
Submitted by Dr. Ashley Pauley
Milan, MO – October 3, 2025 – Milan C-2 Schools is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $500,000 grant to construct a new baseball-softball complex that will serve students, families, and the community for years to come.
The funding, provided by the U.S. Department of Interior and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Division of State Parks Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), will allow the district to move forward with long-awaited plans to expand and improve athletic facilities. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources Division of State Parks Land and Water Conservation Fund received twenty-nine applications with the total amount of funding requested exceeding $8.3 million. Of those, six projects that were submitted to the National Park Service for grant assistance the Milan C-2 School district was one of those recipients.
The new complex will include one baseball and one softball field complete with bullpens, scoreboards, and accessible seating. The complex plans include a parking lot to serve both fields and a building for concessions, restrooms, and storage pledged by the Milan Athletic Booster Club.
“This is a tremendous investment in our students and our community,” said Dr. Ashley Pauley, superintendent of Milan C-2 Schools. “Athletics teach teamwork, perseverance, and school pride. This new complex will not only benefit our current students but will also be a resource for generations to come.”
The project is expected to begin this fall with the goal of completion by fall of 2026. In addition to school use, the fields will be available for community programs, youth leagues, and family events, strengthening partnerships between the district and the broader community.
Board of Education President, David Richardson, expressed gratitude for the award: “This grant allows us to provide facilities that reflect the excellence and spirit of our district. We are excited to see these fields become a place where memories are made and milestones are celebrated.”
The district will share updates on the project’s progress through its website, newsletters, and community meetings. Please join us in celebrating this tremendous achievement and positive progress for our school and community.
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