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North Bend School District eyes purchase of downtown theatre for district performing‑arts center
Summary
School leaders presented a facility assessment and funding approach for acquiring and renovating the historic Port (Ford) Theatre. Administrators said an offer of $630,000 was drafted, contingent on sale of district property and inspections; renovation estimates range into the low millions.
The North Bend School District on Nov. 13 presented plans to acquire and renovate a downtown historic theatre as a district performing‑arts center, describing the purchase as a one‑time capital trade rather than a general‑fund expense.
Superintendent (speaking during the meeting) said the district has prepared an offer of $630,000 for the theatre, but emphasized the offer would be contingent on the sale of the Viking Lane property, satisfactory inspection reports and formal board approval. “We put together an offer for 630,000, and that’s the number that I feel confident with because it leaves us a little bit of wiggle room with the Viking Lane property,” the…
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