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Hillsborough board approves two GMPs for new or rebuilt schools amid debate on timing and colocation
Summary
The school board approved guaranteed maximum prices (GMPs) for a rebuild of Just Elementary and Stuart Middle and for a new 1,631‑student middle school (Middle School VV). Members Rendon and Han recorded dissent, and much of the debate focused on enrollment assumptions and the risk of co‑location under the Schools of Hope rule.
The Hillsborough County School Board voted Nov. 18 to approve guaranteed maximum prices for two construction items after more than two hours of debate over enrollment, timing and potential effects from changes to Florida’s Schools of Hope law.
Item C‑7‑12 seeks approval of a GMP for the facility rebuild project at Just Elementary School and Stuart Middle School. The superintendent’s office described funding from the district’s half‑penny sales tax and Community Investment Tax (CIT). District planning staff estimated repairs to the existing Stewart building could cost "$30 to $40 million" if the board pursues renovation rather than a knock‑down rebuild.
Item C‑7‑13 authorizes a GMP…
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