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Cold Springs Elementary closure displaces six childcare providers; relocation options under review
Summary
Missoula officials told listeners Cold Springs Elementary was closed after building-code and a roof failure affected space used by six child-care providers. The city, Missoula County Public Schools and United Way are exploring relocation sites including Jefferson School.
Missoula officials said Cold Springs Elementary was closed after inspectors identified building-code problems, including a roof failure that affects space used by several child-care providers, and city staff are working with partners to find new space for affected programs.
On Wake Up Missoula, the mayor's office described the issue: "Cold Springs Elementary would not be able to continue with Missoula Child Care Advantage for, basically an impending, roof issue," the program reported. The broadcast said about six child-care providers operate out of the building and that parks department staff have been coordinating with Missoula County Public Schools and the United Way to identify options such as space at Jefferson School.
City staff said the discussion is in early stages and that relocation, retrofitting or temporary space will be explored to keep services running. The program did not relay a timetable or a dollar figure for repairs; it reported the partners are "brainstorming" options to relocate providers.
Parents and families relying on these programs were not quoted on the broadcast. Officials directed listeners to the city website and school-district communications for updates and specific logistics as they become available.
