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Byrneville Elementary Discusses Moving To New Location, Construction Options
August 1, 2018
The Byrneville Elementary School Board of Directors continued their discussion on new school buildings Thursday and even discussed moving the school to a new location within the community.
The board was to meet with a representative of an area bank to discuss financing options, but the bank representative was a no-show.
A final needs assessment by Sam Marshall Architects was presented the board, outlining the construction process, needs and estimated cost of about $7.7 million.
Board members also addressed the idea that property could be purchased in Byrneville to construct an entirely new facility, but that option received a negative reaction.
The school is looking to construct a new building with 10 classrooms, a 1,000 square foot multipurpose room and associated spaces, and a new cafetorium with a serving kitchen. The kitchen will have floor space to be expanded for cooking, but right now meals for the students are cooked at Bratt Elementary School and trucked in each day.
The project cost estimate also includes upgrades to the existing main school building, which was constructed in 1941, to include fire sprinklers and central air conditioning and converting the existing cafeteria into a library space that will include a closed circuit television studio. Additionally, furnishings and associated constructions costs are in the $7.7 million.
There has no been no final decision to to actually build the facility. The board must secure financing and complete other planning processes including a final design.
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2 Responses to “Byrneville Elementary Discusses Moving To New Location, Construction Options”
This school has done sooo much for its students and the community. To be put thru a ringer like they do is crazy. I always say if i was to win the PowerBall…This school is on my list and they would want for naught. Bank rep not showing is extremely unprofessional. Praying for things to turn around for Byrneville. The staff deserves it. Our children deserve it.
A no show from the bank? First on the agenda, find a new bank, you are already being treated badly.