Marshalltown — The Marshalltown School Board on Monday approved a resolution to tentatively accept plans and estimated cost for a Marshall High School parking‑lot repair and to set a required public hearing on June 16, the first step toward competitive bidding for a project estimated at roughly $273,000.

Why it matters: District staff said competitive bidding is required because the estimated cost exceeds the statutory threshold for public improvements. The district plans an expedited schedule so work can be completed over the summer before school begins.

What the board approved: The board voted to tentatively approve the plan specifications, authorize publication of the statutorily required public notice, and set a public hearing for the June 16 board meeting. The resolution passed 6–0.

Timeline presented: Staff outlined a proposed timeline: publish public notice and hold a public hearing on June 16; receive bids by about June 20; hold a special meeting around June 23 to award bids; and formally award contracts at the July 14 board meeting to allow sufficient contractor lead time for summer completion.

Background and scope: District staff said the lot had been heavily used as a staging area during recent construction and has sections that require reconstruction, including a safety‑related drop between sidewalk and parking surface that staff want corrected. The initial engineering estimate from Clapsaddle & Garber placed the total cost at roughly $273,000; Todd Goulding and Adam Daters were involved in preparing specs and estimates.

Next steps: Staff will publish the statutory public‑notice package and accept bids according to the schedule discussed. The resolution and public hearing are preparatory steps; no construction contract was awarded Monday.