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Architects outline facilities assessment, propose Moharimet addition; district staff to refine costs
Summary
Novo Studio presented a facilities assessment and conceptual designs for Moharimet Elementary, Mast Way Elementary and the high school, recommending prioritized repairs, a proposed east-end addition at Moharimet to reclaim nearly 7,000 square feet of student-services space, and a staged timeline for construction and costing.
The Oyster River Cooperative School District heard a detailed facilities assessment and conceptual plan at its Nov. 20 meeting from Novo Studio principals Anne Keter and Steve Lapote and a construction manager assisting on cost estimates.
Nut graf: The consultants recommended immediate, short-term and long-term repairs across three schools and presented a conceptual east-end addition at Moharimet Elementary to restore missing student-service spaces and add general-education classrooms; the presentation included an outline of prioritization, estimated escalations for multi-year capital planning, and a proposed phasing approach that would keep buildings occupied during construction.
The consultants said all three buildings are "well maintained" but show age-related system and finish needs. Short-term items include parking-lot and exterior repairs, replacement of worn vinyl tile, and mechanical and rooftop-equipment…
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