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Board approves Roosevelt Elementary demolition, to return with construction-manager and budget
Summary
The Racine Unified School District board voted unanimously to approve implementation of the Roosevelt Elementary demolition project and directed administration to return with a construction manager‑at‑risk and project budget.
The Racine Unified School District Board of Education voted on Nov. 17 to approve implementation of the Roosevelt Elementary demolition project. The administration said approval will allow staff to bring back a construction manager‑at‑risk selection and a proposed project budget for the board’s future consideration.
Why it matters: The administration said declining enrollment in the Roosevelt attendance area left the building underutilized. Approval clears the way for the district to proceed with demolition planning, contractor selection and budget development.
Process and vote: The motion was moved by Mister O'Connell and seconded by Missus Allen. The roll‑call vote was 8 yes, 0 no. Board members expressed regret at closing a neighborhood school but acknowledged declining enrollment in the area.
What happens next: Administration will return to the board with a construction manager‑at‑risk recommendation and a project budget to authorize work and spending. Details including timeline, cost estimates and deconstruction plan will be provided at that future meeting.
