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Wauwatosa board directs superintendent to seek free solar estimates and financing options
Summary
Responding to an energy‑subcommittee report that identified potential for solar on district roofs, the board authorized the superintendent to secure no‑cost assessments from vendors and study financing and grant options, with a report due by August 2026.
The Wauwatosa School District board on Jan. 26 approved a motion authorizing the superintendent to secure free site estimates and investigate financing options for solar installations on district buildings. The action follows an energy‑efficiency committee presentation that identified opportunity, timing considerations around roof replacement and several procurement/financing models including third‑party financing that begins as a lease and can convert to ownership.
Board members said the district should proceed cautiously and gather multiple vendor estimates and explore available grants and rebates. The motion directs administration to report back by August 2026 with findings and recommended next steps.
The motion passed by roll call; board members cited the need to coordinate solar work with planned roof replacements and to prioritize sites where mechanical systems and roof timing make the most sense.
