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Board reviews plan to replace Cam's Middle School lockers; one‑time cost estimated at $134,700
Summary
Facilities director Jody told the Conneaut SD board the finance committee recommended completing locker replacement in one year as the least expensive option; the project is estimated at about $134,700 with roughly $12,000 in labor savings if maintenance handles demo and backing.
Jody updated the board on April 1 about options to replace lockers and shelving at Cam's Middle School, telling members the budget and finance committee favored completing the full project in one year because it was the least expensive alternative. "We're looking at about $134,700 to complete this project," Jody said, and added that district maintenance will perform demolition and install wood backing to save roughly $12,000.
Jody said the district selected larger lockers to accommodate student Chromebooks and binders: the new units are 15‑inch wide compared with the current 12‑inch lockers, and the locks are built into the units. "They requested we let them know by April 1st, but I think we'll be in good shape if we get a yes vote next week," Jody said when asked whether the schedule would meet a Sept. 1 readiness target for the school year.
Board members noted buildings‑and‑grounds previously reviewed the plan and supported moving forward. The administration did not record a formal board vote during the work session; staff said a vote was expected next week and that procurement timing depends on that approval and contractor scheduling.
Why it matters: The project affects student storage and classroom logistics at Cam's Middle School and requires a capital allocation. The estimated cost and the choice to have maintenance perform portions of the work were reasons given for accelerating the timeline to realize savings.
