Loveland Board of Education approves paving contract to add parking at high school

The Loveland Board of Education voted to award a contract to Robert's Paving to expand parking at the high school and approved staff review of the final contract before it is executed.

Board members called a special meeting to consider a bid package that included a base bid to convert the former tennis-court area at the district’s recently acquired site into additional parking and an "alternate three" to seal-coat and reline existing lots. "We unsealed the bid on June 1st at 10:00 a.m. We had four ... companies bid," said Mr. Espie, who presented the procurement results. He identified Robert's Paving as the lowest responsible bidder and said the board packet included consultant materials and a resolution to ensure contract review before signing.

Mr. Broadwater said the base scope would add "approximately, I believe, 115, 116 additional spots," intended to reduce students parking on nearby streets and crossing Rich Road near Phillips. He said the alternate would seal-coat and reline the remaining lots. The district plans to work with school resource officers and school staff on parking assignments and behavior changes to encourage use of the new lot; staff also coordinated with the city on signal timing to ease peak exit delays during events.

Mr. Broadwater noted a memorial statue near Rich Road and said staff plan to retain the statue while removing concrete lettering and installing a bronze plaque to continue commemoration; staff will confirm details with "Dr. Boy." The board emphasized respect for the family and asked staff to report back on the final plan.

A motion to approve the lowest responsible bidder as presented was made and seconded; board members present voted to approve the contract. The board directed staff to complete final contract review and return with any required clarifications before execution. The special meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m.