" Let the sports boosters buy it. "

" I think this would be a more appropriate tribute than a turf playing field -- more people will see it as they pass through Auburn, even those who'd never know what kind of surface was on the football field.

This would not be a costly item -- especially compared to turf. I would be willing to bet you could find a business who would gladly put up the money for it, though I personally would not be offended by this small amount coming out of taxpayer money either. "

" Good idea Julie. Why don't you donate one? Or would you rather we waste more taxpayer money? "