Show your support and emplore the district to take action by sending a letter to the Superintendent of LMSD, Dr. Ranelli, at ranellf@lmsd.org and cc LetAllLMShine@gmail.com so that communications can be collated for further action. Consider drafting your own communication or using the letter below:

Subject: Immediate Action Required: Approve Construction of Arnold Field Turf with Lights

Dear Superintendent Dr. Ranelli,

I am writing to express my strong desire that the Lower Merion School District (LMSD) act swiftly and move forward with the 2024 settlement agreement to approve the construction of the improved Arnold Field facilities with turf and lights.

Most importantly, I urge you to proceed because this project is fundamentally for the benefit of our children and the wider community. Our students deserve safe, modern facilities that reflect the excellence of our schools.

I am aware that:

• LMSD has already signed and agreed to a settlement agreement permitting lights on Arnold Field.

• The legal disputes are now fully resolved, and no additional zoning or land development approvals are required.

• LMSD taxpayers have already paid hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees to obtain this settlement. Delaying this project now is a waste of these crucial taxpayer funds during an already-existing budget shortfall.

The community has done its part to find compromise and consensus. With all approvals now in place, there is no reason for further delay.

The time to act is now! Please become our advocate and urge the School Board to immediately approve construction to let Arnold Field shine.

Sincerely,

[Your Name] [Your Affiliation - e.g., Parent of a Lower Merion High School Student / Interested Taxpayer]

Thank you for your support!