There's a battle over soccer in Marin City but it is going on off the pitch. Thursday night, families spoke out against a plan to share the field in Marin City, in return for a donation to help restore it. Families say they're giving away the only field they have in their neighborhood, while the city says it needs the money.
It was an emotional night for many of the Marin City families at the school district meeting. A community that has historically been underserved is now fighting to save Phillips Field.
"When anything of value comes up, whether it's land or resources and money, Marin City just doesn't get what they deserve," said resident Rebekah Helzel.
Phillips Field is the only one in Marin City. There are plans in the works to restore it, but the district is short on funds. To he