Pine Tree ISD officials hope stadium brings revitalization

Longview, TX — With a target opening date of October 2012, Pine Tree leaders came together Tuesday night to plan for an activity complex they hope will bring a revitalized atmosphere of excitement to the community.

School district parents, community supporters, coaches, administrators and staff members reviewed five preliminary athletic complex designs, gathered components they liked of each, and formed the basic idea of what will be the future Pirate Stadium.

In May, Pine Tree ISD voters approved a $29.9 million bond that includes $20.3 million for a new athletic complex.

“Something we don’t have now is atmosphere,” Realtor and Pine Tree resident James Miers said. “This creates an atmosphere in that bowl.”

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