Caitlin DeGroot

The proposed agenda items for this special meeting include routine matters such as calling the meeting to order, managing agenda additions/deletions, and approving the agenda. Key discussion topics involve a presentation and Question & Answer session concerning Building Projects and School Bond Information, as well as a separate presentation regarding Building Projects and Financing. The document also outlines public participation norms emphasizing respect, future focus, and adherence to a written question card process.

The special meeting included an agenda approval followed by a presentation and Q&A session regarding building projects and school bond information. Schematic designs for Phase I, including a weight room, wrestling/cheer and dance room, and mechanical space, were presented. Proposed Phase II additions cover administrative offices, classrooms, a commons area, CTE and fine arts spaces, and a gymnasium. The Building and Grounds Committee provided historical context and justification for the proposal. Hausmann Construction explained their role as Construction Manager at Risk and presented a timeline. Funding mechanisms were detailed: Phase I is proposed to be funded by Capital Outlay Certificates with no tax levy impact, while Phase II would require General Obligation Bonds, potentially impacting taxpayers by approximately ninety-four cents per one thousand dollars of taxable valuation upon 60% public approval.

The meeting included a presentation and Question & Answer session regarding building projects and school bond information. The Building and Grounds Committee explained the process and proposal for facility improvements. Schematic designs for Phase I (weight room, wrestling/cheer/dance room, mechanical space) and Phase II (administrative offices, classrooms, commons area, CTE/fine arts, gym) were presented. The Construction Manager at Risk role and timeline were detailed. Financing options were reviewed, noting Phase I would use Capital Outlay Certificates with no immediate tax levy impact, while Phase II would require General Obligation Bonds subject to voter approval. The Superintendent explained the rationale for proceeding now due to inflation, and the Business Manager reviewed fund expenditures and tax levy calculations. Staff shared challenges related to increasing student numbers, Special Education space needs, online course capacity, and infrastructure limitations affecting educational opportunities.

The Special Meeting of the Board of Education included an overview and Q & A session regarding Building Project(s) and School Bond Information. Building and Grounds Committee members presented the process and proposal for the project. Co-op Architecture presented schematic designs for Phase I (including a weight room, wrestling/cheer/dance room, and mechanical space) and Phase II (including administrative offices, classrooms, commons area, CTE/fine arts spaces, and a gymnasium option). Hausmann Construction detailed their role as Construction Manager at Risk and provided a timeline. The funding mechanisms were explained: Phase I via Capital Outlay Certificates with no increase to the current tax levy, and Phase II via General Obligation Bonds with an estimated tax impact of ninety-four cents per one thousand dollars of taxable valuation if approved by a 60% public vote.

The Platte-Geddes School District #11-5 Board of Education convened a special meeting to discuss and approve the Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) for upcoming construction projects. Following the RFP process, the Buildings and Grounds Committee, in collaboration with Co-op Architecture, recommended Hausmann Construction for the role. The board reviewed and approved the contract with Hausmann Construction, which had been developed and recommended by the Platte-Geddes School District attorney, Tyler Coverdale.