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Board hears public concerns about $5.3 million energy-efficiency plan, superintendent outlines ties to $110 million capital project

Watertown City School District Board of Education · March 18, 2026
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Summary

A public commenter raised transparency concerns about a proposed $5.3 million energy-efficiency project and its overlap with a $110 million capital plan; the superintendent defended the approach, saying shifting some work into an energy performance contract can unlock additional reimbursement and reduce local tax impact.

A public commenter questioned why the district is adding an approximately $5.3 million energy-efficiency project when similar work, including HVAC upgrades and lighting replacements, was listed in the district's larger $110 million capital project.

The commenter said that, based on their review of recent budgets, the additional $5.3 million makes the capital spending total grow beyond what the community understands and urged greater transparency. They also asked why the district is retaining an additional attorney.

Superintendent (title stated in the agenda) responded that the energy-efficiency line is a continuation of previous board direction and that…

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