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Trustees consider converting former chamber building into multiuse meeting space; staff estimates about $415,000 for renovations

5711853 · September 3, 2025
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The district discussed options for repurposing the former Laredo Chamber of Commerce building as multiuse meeting space for conferences and community events; staff said interior demolition, asbestos abatement and restroom upgrades would cost roughly $415,000 in a basic conversion estimate.

LAREDO, Texas ' Laredo ISD trustees discussed whether to repurpose the former Laredo Chamber of Commerce building into multiuse meeting space that could host conferences and community events, and staff presented an early cost estimate for interior renovation.

Mister Velasquez showed a proposed plan to create four meeting rooms, a reception area, centralized restrooms, mechanical and storage…

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