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Measure M money tied to safety upgrades as board explains bells, PA and fencing priorities
Summary
The board said Measure M bond funds have focused on campus safety upgrades — including connected bell/PA/clock systems and perimeter fencing — which has influenced prioritization of projects such as the aquatic center.
Monrovia Unified’s board and staff spent substantial time in the Sept. 24 meeting reviewing facility priorities funded by Measure M, the local bond measure, and explaining why some projects must wait while safety-related work is completed.
Why it matters: District officials said Measure M dollars have been targeted largely toward safety projects — fencing, updated public-address systems and clocks — and that those priorities affect the sequencing of other capital work such as a full aquatic center replacement.
What staff said: Dr. Hart Rodas (presenter identified in the transcript as “Dr. Hart Rodas”) described how bells, public-address systems and clocks are integrated; he said modern systems can be accessed remotely so an off-site administrator can broadcast to campus speakers during an incident. Board discussion also referenced newly installed perimeter fences that, while intended to improve safety, have reduced open community access to some play areas.
Broad Oaks Elementary rebuild: The board reviewed progress on rebuilding Broad Oaks Elementary School following a fire several years ago. A consultant (Dixon and Associates) told the board that returned plans and required changes had delayed the project in prior months, but presenters said approvals are moving forward and construction is expected to resume in coming months; the transcript did not record a specific construction start date.
Audio and boardroom upgrades: A proposal from Golden Star to replace failing audio in the boardroom was discussed; the transcript did not record a formal approval for that contract during the meeting.
Next steps: Staff will continue work on Measure M-funded safety upgrades and return with details as projects are scheduled for construction or procurement. Board members asked for clarity on how safety priorities affect other capital projects.
