Following the approval of the broader school building plan, Town Meeting members turned their attention to Article 5, which sought funding for a new fieldhouse at the proposed high school. The facility is planned to feature four basketball courts and a 1/11th-mile track. While the project is part of the larger high school scope, it was presented as a community-wide resource that would serve residents of all ages.

Member C. Winchester emphasized the multi-generational benefits of the project, noting it would provide a safe indoor space for local seniors to walk in the morning while preventing high school athletes from having to practice in hallways. The local financial burden for the facility is estimated at $1.75 million after accounting for anticipated state reimbursement. Member S. Cannon described it as a community facility for all ages.

Some skepticism was raised regarding the transparency of the funding. Member M. Kelly questioned why the article asked for $250,000 for plans if the previous article already included planning money. Winchester clarified that the figure reflected the specific architectural estimate percentage required for the added scope of the fieldhouse. Despite these questions, the article passed with a significant majority.

Motion: To appropriate funds for the construction of a fieldhouse at the new High School.

Vote: Passed 193-19-0