Board approves painting, HVAC, roof and paving projects; funding sources identified

The Craven County Board of Education approved multiple capital projects July 15, including a painting contract for Tucker Creek Middle School, HVAC replacements at H.J. McDonald and Vanceboro Farm Life, a gym roof restoration at Trent Park Elementary, and paving work at Arthur W. Edwards. Interim Assistant Superintendent Dr. Stuart Blunt presented the projects and identified funding sources. He said the painting work at Tucker Creek will be paid from existing capital outlay funds and that staff will confirm whether adding a third color (after the board approved red, white and blue as the new school palette) requires contract adjustments. The HVAC replacements at H. J. McDonald and Vanceboro Farm Life will be funded through North Carolina Lottery Repair and Renovation funds; Dr. Blunt said those are state funds that flow through the county. The Trent Park gym roof project will be paid from capital outlay, and the Arthur W. Edwards paving project likewise will be paid from existing capital outlay funds. Board members asked clarifying questions about timelines and whether additional quotes were available for paving projects; staff explained prior bids and procurement context. The motions to approve each project passed by roll call or raised‑hand votes as indicated on the agenda. Ending: Work will proceed on the projects; staff will coordinate with vendors, confirm final color/paint scope for Tucker Creek and return to the board if scope or budget adjustments become necessary.