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District details phased Wichita Center renovations, ARPA funding and county grant for next phase
Summary
Staff reported completed safety upgrades and a new roof from phase 1 (funded largely with ARPA funds), outlined generator, electrical and HVAC work planned for 2026–27, and said phase 2 has $400,000 budgeted (a $300,000 county community development grant plus $100,000 district funds).
District operations staff updated the board on the Wichita Family Center renovation program on Jan. 29, describing completed life-safety work, the financing used and planned future phases.
Teresa (presenter) said the district reacquired the Wichita Family Center in 2024 and that the building — constructed in 1941 — required substantial repairs. Leif Palmer said phase 1 (summer 2025) included a full…
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