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Ralston bond work ahead of schedule; board asked to plan for next roofing, stadium and capital projects
Summary
District construction managers reported the Ralston High project is about a month ahead of schedule and that significant summer work remains on parking, HVAC and the middle school’s low‑voltage systems. Staff asked the board to schedule a follow‑up discussion about remaining bond funds and future capital priorities, including roofing and stadium.
Construction and bond‑project staff told the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education that work at Ralston High is running about a month ahead of the earlier schedule and that crews have completed substantial infrastructure work.
A staff member described progress at the high school: band and choir spaces and classrooms downstairs are complete and the next work will focus on shop areas and a computer lab that requires additional electrical upgrades. “They've gotten a ton of work done. We thought we'd be about up to the office. At this point, they've already blown past the office,” the staff member said.
At Ralston Middle School, staff said much of the remaining work is in ceilings and involves cameras, fire alarms, intercoms and assistive audio — low‑voltage installations that can be completed without large classroom disruptions. The presenter noted the upper parking lot mobilization was scheduled for the 23rd of the month and that parking‑lot and HVAC work in the gym, weight room and band room remain priorities for the summer.
Why it matters: with projects ahead of schedule, the district will need to decide how to allocate remaining bond funds for follow‑on capital needs. The presenter asked the full board for a “pretty thorough board discussion” within the next three to four months on next steps and identified roofing projects and possible stadium/grandstand work as early priorities.
Staff said the district’s current remaining funds compared to contracted amounts look “pretty decent,” but recommended a formal estimate sheet showing costs for prospective projects so the board can reach a consensus on priorities. The staff member also proposed orientation and retreat opportunities for incoming board members and new staff to review the strategic plan and project status.
Ending: The district will continue construction through the summer, provide cost estimates for roofing and stadium options, and bring the capital‑planning discussion to the full board for direction.
