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Coldwater voters to decide $64 million bond for high school repairs on May 5
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Summary
A presenter said voters will consider a $64,000,000 bond on May 5 to replace the oldest wing at Coldwater High School, address more than $25 million in critical repairs and update building systems; the measure would fund phased construction to keep the school open. Outcome pending.
A presenter announced that on May 5 Coldwater voters will consider a $64,000,000 bond proposal to fund improvements at Coldwater High School.
The proposal, the presenter said, responds to a recent assessment that found "more than $25,000,000 in critical repairs" expected within the next few years and includes replacing the oldest part of the school with a new classroom wing and updating building systems throughout. "Tackling these improvements together allows us to be cost effective while keeping the school operational during construction," the presenter added.
If approved by voters, the bond would fund a package of construction and systems upgrades described in the announcement. The presenter said additional building upgrades are planned over the next decade to address remaining issues and that the district intends to phase work to avoid closing the school.
The announcement framed the measure as an investment in student learning and preparation: "Our goal is to make Coldwater a great place for students to learn, grow, and prepare for college and careers," the presenter said.
No vote outcome was recorded in the announcement; the bond measure is scheduled for the May 5 ballot and will take effect only if approved by voters.
