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Hardee board votes 4‑1 to pursue standalone high‑school option; land purchase approved
Summary
After extended discussion the Hardee County School Board voted 4‑1 to proceed with building a new high school as a separate special‑facilities project (options 1a/1b). The board also approved purchasing land near Hardy Junior High/Hilltop Elementary as part of long‑term facility planning.
The Hardee County School Board voted Feb. 10 to pursue a standalone high‑school option as part of the district’s special facilities construction account, and separately approved purchase of land near Hardy Junior High/Hilltop Elementary to preserve potential future school access.
Board members debated alternatives presented by the district’s master‑planning vendor, including the original five‑year plan and two variations labeled “1a” and “1b” (both discussed as building a new high school on its own site). After discussion the board took a three‑step roll call by show of hands: one member signaled…
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