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Committee previews Emmy Small, Ezra Baker feasibility studies; turf field work nears completion
Summary
The Dennis‑Yarmouth Capital Improvement Subcommittee outlined feasibility studies proposed for Emmy Small (estimated $1.5 million) and Ezra Baker (budgeted about $250,000), discussed a districtwide capital prioritization plan, and received an update that the high school turf field grading and drainage tests have passed ahead of turf installation.
The school committee’s Capital Improvement Subcommittee on Oct. 6 reviewed two feasibility studies proposed for FY27 and discussed a broader capital‑prioritization plan for future years.
Dr. Gilson reported the subcommittee expects to propose a feasibility study for Emmy Small in Yarmouth with an estimated cost of $1,500,000. The estimate was described as a ballpark figure developed by comparing MSBA (Massachusetts School Building Authority) data on feasibility studies and accounting for project timing and the building’s size; the superintendent said Emmy Small’s square footage is 45,600.
The district referenced MSBA comparables that, for studies presented between June and October 2024, listed…
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