Board accepts value analysis for Sumner High School Phase 2 and directs further study
Summary
The board adopted Resolution No. 10‑25‑26 to accept a value analysis report for Sumner High School Phase 2, directing administration to review modernization options and use the report for state match funding. Presenters noted project square footage increased while the current estimate remains below the original MAC.
The Sumner Bonney Lake board voted to adopt Resolution No. 10‑25‑26, accepting a value‑analysis (value engineering) report for the Sumner High School Phase 2 modernization and directing district administration to study and evaluate potential modernization options.
District staff explained the value‑analysis process — an interdisciplinary review commonly required for state construction assistance — and said the exercise focuses on life‑cycle costs and program value rather than only cost cutting. The presentation noted the original project MAC (maximum allowable construction cost) was cited at roughly $76,000,000 for a 90,000‑square‑foot facility. As the design evolved, the project footprint increased to about 94,752 square feet, and the team identified a net add in the current analysis of roughly $52,000–$53,000 composed of value adds that the team judged worthwhile for program quality. Presenters said the current project estimate remains below the original MAC.
Board members moved and seconded the resolution; the motion passed by voice vote. The administration said it will use the accepted report in state match funding applications and continue refining options with the GC/CM team.
The resolution acceptance is procedural authorization for continued project development and does not by itself obligate construction funding; it enables the district to proceed with the next steps in design and state funding processes.
