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Ventura Unified bond update: solar construction advancing; audio‑enhancement and exterior painting prompt trustee questions
Summary
Bond program staff told the board that solar arrays and LED lighting are largely installed and that most campuses are close to grid tie‑in; trustees pressed for breakdowns on a proposed $13.8M audio/PA system, a newly added ~$9M exterior‑painting line item, and the timing of major projects such as pools and HVAC.
Bond program managers reported progress across the district’s Measure B implementation plan and answered trustees’ questions about priorities and cost escalation.
On solar, the district said structures are built at most sites and nine campuses are already contributing to the grid; Sheridan Way and Ventura High remain pending for final tie‑in because of soil/utility issues, and the district expects most sites to be connected by year end. The bond team also described a Novogradac tax‑credit study engagement intended to capture potential federal rebates.
Trustees pressed staff…
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