Edwardsburg board approves school renovations, asbestos abatement and emergency roof repairs after tornado damage

The Edwardsburg Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve bids for middle- and high-school renovations, a districtwide asbestos abatement contract and emergency roof replacements needed after this week’s tornado, the board said at a meeting where the agenda was amended to add the roofing item.

Board members said the renovation bids for the middle and high schools came in under budget, and the board approved moving forward under the district bond program. The board also approved a low bid from Total Environmental of Toledo to remove remaining asbestos in multiple district buildings, with Eagle Lake identified as the largest single site. Finally, the board approved two bids to repair roofs damaged in the storm, including work on the maintenance building and the district performing arts center; district staff said some repair costs will be submitted to the district’s insurance carrier for reimbursement.

Why it matters: the actions authorize bond-funded renovation work and immediate repairs tied to storm damage, and the asbestos abatement reduces long‑term hazards in buildings the district may later sell or repurpose. Board members emphasized both the pace of the work and coordination with the district’s insurance adjuster as the district moves into repairs this summer.

During the meeting the board amended the agenda to…