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Davenport board approves 95% plans for Central, North and West high school renovations after a closed public hearing
Summary
After a public hearing with no speakers, the Davenport Community School District board voted unanimously to approve the 95% plans and specifications for a multi‑site facilities renovation project at Central, North and West high schools.
Davenport — The Davenport Community School District board on April 28 approved the 95% plans and specifications for renovation work at Central, North and West high schools, following a published public hearing with no speakers.
The vote: Director Beck moved to approve the 95% plans and specifications for the Central, North and West high school facilities renovation project; the motion was seconded and carried in a roll‑call vote with board members recorded as voting yes.
What the plans cover: District facilities staff outlined work ranging from interior repairs and cosmetic updates to larger mechanical and building projects. School district construction lead Josh described the scope in detail, saying work at North includes new graphics, painting and repairs inside the field house; West will add “hitting areas” behind gym bleachers; and the main field house will receive extensive HVAC renovations to restore mechanical systems and improve functionality. The scope also includes new locker rooms, storage for multiple sports (tennis, soccer, baseball, football), added hitting facilities near Brady Street Stadium, exterior residing and tuckpointing.
Public hearing and notice
The board president said the public hearing was published in the Quad‑City Times on April 14, 2025. No members of the public spoke at the hearing; the board chair declared the hearing closed before the motion to approve the plans.
Discussion and next steps
Board members asked for a brief project overview; district staff provided a verbal outline of construction and renovation items. The board approved the 95% plans and specifications and moved the project forward to the next procurement and construction steps.
Clarifying details
- Notice: Public hearing published in Quad‑City Times on April 14, 2025. - Scope highlights: field‑house HVAC overhaul, added locker rooms and storage, interior repairs, new hitting facilities, exterior residing and tuckpointing. - Public comment: none at the hearing; board proceeded with a roll‑call vote.
Ending
With the 95% plans approved, the district will proceed toward final contract awards and construction scheduling for the Central, North and West high school renovation project. The board did not disclose a project budget in the hearing record; that information is expected to appear in subsequent procurement items.
