Following Rejection of Bond, Public Meeting Attendees Split on Turf Versus Grass

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At a public meeting Wednesday night at South Portland (Maine) High School, attendees were split on whether new athletic fields at the school should be covered with natural grass or synthetic turf.

During the nearly four-hour meeting, parents, residents, city employees and industry representatives debated the virtues of synthetic turf. As reported by the Portland Press Herald, supporters said synthetic turf allows for more play time and lower maintenance costs, while opponents said the product contributes to plastic pollution and increased injuries, and can contain toxic chemicals.

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