Residents will vote on a proposed $11.3 million capital project on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with no additional tax increase for this project.
Strong schools build strong communities. By investing in our buildings, we’re investing in our students, our values, and the future of our town. These are the spaces where students spend most of their day and where we gather for concerts, games, ceremonies, and other community events.
The upgrades included in this project will prevent costly emergency repairs, improve energy efficiency, and ensure our school remains a vibrant center for learning and community life for generations to come.
Studies have shown that the school building and its environment play a significant role in students’ academic success; newly renovated spaces seem to improve student performance.
Full capital project breakdown here
HVAC Upgrades: What they mean and why they matter
As part of our efforts to maintain safe and efficient school buildings, this project includes several necessary upgrades to our heating and cooling systems. Several HVAC units installed in the district as part of the 2000 capital project are now nearing the end of their 20-year lifespan.
These improvements may not be visible from the outside, but they have a major impact on daily learning, building safety, and long-term cost savings.
Library Roof-Top Unit (RTU):
The library is being fully renovated, and the current RTU is outdated. A new unit will provide reliable air conditioning, making the space usable year-round.
Performing Arts Center (PAC) Condensing Units & Boiler Burners:
In the Performing Arts Center, replacing four aging condensing units and upgrading the boiler burners will ensure consistent heating and cooling for concerts, assemblies, and community events, while improving energy efficiency.
PAC Expansion Tank:
A new expansion tank will maintain safe pressure in the heating system, preventing costly repairs in the future.
North Hall Gravity Hood:
Replacing this component ensures proper airflow and healthy air quality in classrooms and hallways. The existing gravity vent hood was installed in 1970.
Building Improvements and Renovations
Library Modernization & Reconstruction: A state-of-the-art space where students can explore, study, and collaborate.
Locker Room Renovations: Updated facilities that serve our students and community programs safely and comfortably.
General Building Improvements: Based on a thorough building condition survey, we are addressing aging infrastructure to prevent future problems, keeping schools safe and functional.
The district will hold an informational meeting on Monday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. in the Arkport Board of Education room. The meeting is open to the community. If approved, construction on the project would begin in 2027.
Voting will take place in the Arkport Small Gym from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
