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Bond projects delayed by extra abatement testing; tennis court rebuild estimated at $272,500

Bellville Independent School District Board · June 25, 2026
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Summary

Dr. Coopersmith reported that Old OBI demolition and abatement testing delayed parts of the bond timeline, that painting is complete, and that estimated costs include $272,500 to resurface/rebuild tennis court 1 and $22,000 per bleacher set plus about $5,500 for a slab.

Dr. Coopersmith gave a facilities update on bond projects, saying Old OBI (OBP) demolition and abatement work is behind schedule due to additional testing and abatement requirements, while interior and exterior painting at OBP is complete. He said New OBI is ahead of schedule for interior work but rain has delayed construction of the outdoor classroom; BHS parking work is on track and stabilization testing is underway.

Coopersmith provided several cost estimates: resurfacing/rebuilding tennis court 1 at $272,500, bleachers at $22,000 per bleacher set, and about $5,500 for a slab to place bleachers on. He noted the district is considering demolishing portables itself because purchasers have not yet moved them.