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Board approves track renovation plan with financing option, sets maintenance rules
Summary
The Hardy County Board of Education approved a track renovation project and discussed a maintenance plan and 0% financing option; bids will return to the board for final approval and the board agreed on signage and shared maintenance responsibilities.
The Hardy County Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a track renovation project and directed staff to bring back bid results for final approval.
Dr. Van Meter, superintendent, presented booster-provided timelines and an estimated project cost reported in the discussion as $98,350. Board members discussed financing options and noted a financing offer from Pendleton Bank at 0% interest for up to 10 years as a potential option to cover the board's share. The board emphasized that bids will be solicited and returned before any contract award.
Board members and staff outlined a track maintenance plan to preserve the investment, including pre- and post-event inspections, annual set-aside funds to cover long-term repairs, and shared responsibility among the high school and middle school athletic directors with oversight from the maintenance department. The board asked that public-use rules and signage be posted when the track is completed to limit activities such as biking or skateboarding and to require protective mats for events that could damage the surface.
The board recorded a unanimous voice vote in favor of the motion (five in favor, none opposed). Staff said they would return with bid tabulations and a formal financing recommendation before moving to contract award.
