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Consultant presents solar package for three district roofs; speakers flag federal incentive timing
Summary
Facility staff and McKinstry outlined a rooftop solar proposal for three Kenosha schools, modeling federal incentives that materially improve returns but requiring board approval before a July 3 deadline to secure a 30% federal incentive in current modeling.
Facility leaders and national energy‑services contractor McKinstry presented a three‑site rooftop solar model to the Planning & Facilities committee, saying pairing roof replacements with PV installations could reduce long‑term energy costs and provide classroom data for instruction.
John Sutter, director of facilities, and McKinstry representatives described site selection criteria: roofs scheduled for replacement and large flat areas with limited rooftop equipment. McKinstry’s model for the three sample sites showed energy‑cost avoidance over 25 years and an economic benefit once federal incentives are applied.
Presenters said federal…
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