MILTON — Youth groups in Milton cried foul Monday as the local school board approved fees for use of its facilities, including toward local youth organizations for large-scale events.
District officials have wrestled with finding ways to recoup some funds while running facilities and providing space for community partners and other entities. District officials said costs incurred range from running HVAC systems to labor to snow removal to buying supplies to sanitation.
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