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Board approves IHS paving and middle‑school cafeteria flooring replacement

Ionia Public Schools Board of Education · March 16, 2026
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Summary

The Ionia Public Schools Board unanimously approved a paving project at Ionia High School and a cafeteria flooring replacement at the middle school after presentations from district staff and outside presenters; both motions passed 7-0.

The Ionia Public Schools Board on March 16 approved two facilities projects: paving improvements at Ionia High School and replacement of the middle school cafeteria flooring.

Superintendent Benjamin Gurk introduced Mike Avery, who presented plans, photographs and the successful bid for the IHS paving improvements; Vice President Baker moved to approve the paving project and Trustee Shippey seconded. The motion carried 7-0.

For the middle school cafeteria flooring replacement, Superintendent Gurk introduced Jack Nye, who outlined the scope and plan for the work. Trustee Shippey moved approval, Trustee Siemen supported the motion, and the board approved the flooring replacement 7-0.

Both projects were approved without recorded amendments. The board’s consent to proceed allows district facilities staff to finalize contracts and scheduling under the district’s capital‑projects procedures.