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Laredo ISD staff urge facilities assessment, cite aging HVAC, lighting and alarms; third-party study cost estimated
Summary
District staff outlined deferred maintenance needs and options to finance upgrades, including third‑party assessments (estimated $380,000–$520,000), performance contracting for guaranteed energy savings, and prioritizing HVAC, roofing and lighting work. Trustees requested more detailed cost breakdowns and a cabinet review.
Laredo ISD facilities staff told trustees Monday the district faces growing maintenance demands from aging systems and recommended a comprehensive assessment to prioritize work and inform any future bond or capital plan.
Assistant Superintendent Angel Velasquez and facilities staff said much of the district’s infrastructure dates from 2002–2009 and that large HVAC units, fluorescent lighting, PA systems, fire and security alarms and some roofing…
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