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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval of $2.69 Million Roof Replacement for Explorer K-8
Record date · September 24, 2024
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What This Bill Does
The School Board has approved a contract for a roof replacement project at Explorer K-8 school. The project will be completed by Springer-Peterson Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. at a cost of $2,694,930, funded by the district's half-cent sales tax revenue.
This decision authorizes the expenditure of $2,694,930 in public funds for capital improvements at Explorer K-8, impacting school infrastructure maintenance timelines.
Who It Affects
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Explorer K-8 students and staff
The school facility will undergo a roof replacement project.
Springer-Peterson Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc.
The company is contracted to provide construction goods and services for the school.
Local taxpayers
Public funds from the half-cent sales tax are being utilized for this capital project.
Key Facts
- The School Board approved the contract for Bid #2024-EK8-001.
- The total contract value for the roof replacement is $2,694,930.00.
- The project is funded using half-cent sales tax funds.
- The contract was awarded to Springer-Peterson Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc.
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- The action was approved during a School Board Regular Meeting on September 4, 2024.
- The file reference number for this action is 25-2570.
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Use of Dedicated Sales Tax
The project is explicitly funded by half-cent sales tax revenue, indicating the use of restricted capital funds rather than general operating budget funds.
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