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Board hears $3.6M baseline estimate for larger facilities expansion; emphasis on groundwork and phased fundraising
Summary
Superintendent described a phased facilities and athletic-complex plan with a rough baseline quote near $3.6 million, recommending prioritizing in-ground infrastructure (conduit, piping, water) and pursuing in-kind work and community fundraising to reduce costs.
Superintendent (S2) presented an overview of a broader facilities-expansion plan that includes an athletic complex. She said vendor/architect baseline projections for the full scope were "you're looking at their quotes right now of 3,600,000," and emphasized that the work should begin with conduit, piping and other in-ground infrastructure so future additions do not require re-digging.
S2 recommended a phased approach that leverages in-kind donations for earthwork and targeted fundraising for larger grants (naming options like the Ford Family Foundation or other regional funders). She urged formation of a community fundraising group to pursue both small local donors and larger foundation support while preserving capital funds for other priorities. Board members discussed potential property-line adjustments and easements needed to secure adjacent land for practice fields and overflow parking; S2 said owners appear willing but agreements will take time.
