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formed in 2012, which included several sports organizations that use the stadium. A memorandum of understanding was signed between the city and the foundation, which committed both parties to funding the upgrades. The grass playing field was replaced with artificial turf during the first phase of upgrades. The upgrades also included new lighting, score clock and sound system.
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and installed on the east side ready for the regular season. Furthermore, another 2500 seats from the old stadium were installed on the west side along with nine corporate boxes including a press box and general common room for guests. In the spring of 2018, excavation started on the grounds for
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