Slaton ISD selects CMAR for new elementary school construction

Jun 23, 2026

The Slaton ISD Board approved using the Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) procurement method for the new elementary school, following administration recommendation; trustee Kara Newcomb urged keeping construction work local.

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Slaton ISD Chief Financial Officer Art Martin reviewed procurement options for the new elementary school, describing Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) and Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) methods and recommending CMAR as the best way to build a high-quality facility at fair cost. The Board voted to accept administration’s recommendation and approved CMAR unanimously (6–0).

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