Long-Range School Facility and Technology Improvement Plan
Modernizing and replacing the significant number of school buildings and technology in Spokane Public Schools requires a well thought out, long-range bond plan Phase I 2003 to 2009 Phase II 2009 to 2015 Phase III 2015 to 2021 Phase IV 2021 to 2027
Bond Components Major Construction Projects Smaller Building Improvements at All Schools Technology Upgrades and Replacements Safety and Security Improvements Commitment to keep local tax rate for bonds around $1.96 per thousand of assessed property value
Phase I 2003 to 2009 Spokane voters passed a bond in March 2003 by 67+% YES vote Phase I was the first 6-year installment of the long-range bond plan to provide facility, technology and security upgrades or replacements for school district sites
Phase I Investment 2003 to 2009 In Millions $165.3 local bond 67.5 state match 13.3 interest income 6.8 residual capital fund monies 2.6 rebates, grants and gifts $255.5 total investment
Phase I Major Construction Projects John R. Rogers High School Renovation and Expansion
Phase I Major Construction Projects New Ferris High School Athletic Center
Phase I Major Construction Projects Shadle Park High School Modernization
Phase I Major Construction Projects New Lidgerwood Elementary New Lincoln Heights Elementary New Ridgeview Elementary North Central parking expansion, ball field improvements, roofing replacement and air system upgrades New air systems and flooring at Arlington, Bemiss, Grant, Regal, Sheridan and Willard
Phase I Building Improvements at All Sites Examples: New playground equipment Classroom remodels Intercom replacements Clock upgrades Flooring replacements Boiler replacements Irrigation upgrades Parking improvements Office remodels
Phase I Technology Upgrades Student and staff computer upgrades/replacements Classroom projectors Document cameras Multi-functional printers Network infrastructure District-wide wireless
Phase I Security/Safety Improvements Over 750 video cameras Smart-card door access points Increased lighting Upgraded fire alarm systems
Phase II 2009 to 2015 Spokane voters passed a bond in February 2009 by 62.65% YES vote Phase II is the second 6-year installment of the long-range bond plan to provide facility, technology and security upgrades or replacements for school district sites
Phase II Investment 2009 to 2015 In Millions $288 local bond 64 state match (est.) 3 interest income (est.) 2 residual capital fund (est.) $357 total investment Maintains commitment to keep local tax rate around $1.96 per thousand of assessed property value
Phase II Major Construction Projects Ferris Modernization Jefferson Renovation or Replacement Westview Replacement Hutton Renovation Finch Renovation Salk Gymnasium and Master Planning Garry Select Improvements Havermale Select Improvements
Phase II Major Construction Projects Ferris High School Modernization
Phase II Major Construction Projects Westview Elementary Replacement
Phase II Major Construction Projects Jefferson Elementary Replacement
Phase II Major Construction Projects Finch Elementary School Modernization
Phase II Major Construction Projects Hutton Elementary School Modernization
Phase II Major Construction Projects Salk Middle School Gymnasium
Phase II Major Construction Projects continued Air Systems / Roofing / Flooring Upgrades - Audubon - Holmes - Roosevelt - Cooper - Longfellow - Whitman - Garfield - Mullan Road - Woodridge LC/Hart Field Improvements and Reconfiguration Rogers Athletic Field Improvements and Parking Expansion Shadle Athletic Field Improvements
Phase II Building Improvements at All Sites Examples: Sidewalk and Curb Improvements Bus and Vehicle Turnouts Bleacher Replacement or Restoration Additional Boiler Replacements and Upgrades Additional Clock, Bell, Intercom Upgrades Fencing Replacement and New Installation Flooring Replacement Carpet, Vinyl and Wood Air System Upgrades Lighting Upgrades Office, Library and Classroom Remodels Playground Equipment and Surfacing Material Roofing Replacements
Phase II Technology Upgrades Upgrade Student Record System Upgrade Student and Staff Computers Classroom Smartboards Classroom Digital Projectors Digital and Video Cameras Network Performance Upgrades Multi-function Copier/Printer/Scanners Update Phone System
Phase II Security and Safety Upgrades Additional Security Cameras Increase Card Access Points Lighting Enhancements Fire Alarm Upgrades Indoor Air Quality Improvements
Phase III Bond Plan 2015 to 2021 Major Construction - Renovation/Replacement of 4 Elementary Schools - Renovation/Replacement of 3 Middle Schools - Renovation/Replacement of 1 High School Building Improvements at All Sites Technology Upgrades Regulatory and Safety Upgrades
Phase IV Bond Plan 2021 to 2027 Major Construction - Renovation/Replacement of 3 Elementary Schools - Renovation/Replacement of 2 Middle Schools - Renovation/Replacement of 1 High School - Renovation/Replacement of 2 Special Schools Building Improvements at All Sites Technology Upgrades Regulatory and Safety Upgrades
Long-Range Bond Plan: Keeps 50-year building replacement and modernization plan on course Protects and maintains current investment in school buildings and technology Keeps cost manageable for future Spokane generations Stimulates local economy