Project Scope

The May 7 bond proposal would address safety & security, a new Early Childhood Center, Building & Learning Efficiencies, and Athletics & Fine Arts Facilities.

Below is a list of projects that the bond would fund at each building.

See the budget breakdown of these projects at the bottom of this page.

Riley Elementary

Riley Elementary has seen significant increases in student enrollment in its 57-year lifetime and is now reaching its maximum capacity. Space, infrastructure, and security issues would all be addressed with the proposed improvements.

Safety & Security

Secure entrance and office vestibule
Security camera upgrades
Rekeying and selective door hardware improvements
Expansion of door access control system
Fire suppression upgrades

Building & Learning Efficiencies

Classroom additions to accommodate class sizes, create space for art and music opportunities
Main entrance enhancements
Renovations to existing classrooms
Media Center reconfiguration
Kitchen upgrades
Additional office and meeting spaces
Interior upgrades: flooring, ceilings, casework, and classroom furniture
Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades, including wiring for a portable generator
Site and parking lot improvements

New Early Childhood Center

Preschool would be moved to a new Early Childhood Center at Oakview's site with age-appropriate classrooms and playground.

Eureka Elementary

Eureka is 66 years old. Bond funds would be used to first bring safety and security measures up to current standards and then to address the aged classroom and meeting spaces as well as exterior site issues.

Safety & Security

Main entrance improvements to include an addition of a secure entrance vestibule
Security camera upgrades
Rekeying and selective door hardware improvements
Expansion of door access control system
Fire suppression upgrades

Building & Learning Efficiencies

Renovations to existing classrooms and spaces for art and music opportunities
Additional office and meeting spaces
Interior upgrades to flooring, ceilings, casework, and classroom furniture
Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades, including wiring for a portable generator
Site and parking lot improvements
Playground Improvements

New Early Childhood Center

Preschool would be moved to a new Early Childhood Center at Oakview's site with age-appropriate classrooms and playground.

Gateway Elementary

Gateway’s building is aging. Improvements would better support building capacity and best practices in security. Along with space and safety improvements, bond funds would update traffic flow, parking lots, and playground equipment.

Safety & Security

Main entrance improvements to include an addition of a secure entrance vestibule
Security camera upgrades
Rekeying and selective door hardware improvements
Expansion of door access control system
Fire suppression upgrades

Building & Learning Efficiencies

Classroom addition to open up space, creating smaller class sizes
Interior upgrades to flooring, casework, and classroom furniture
Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades
Site improvements including parking lots, a new entrance drive
Playground enhancements

Oakview Elementary

The bond proposal would fund security and site improvements to Oakview, enhancing safety and day-to-day efficiency. It would also provide a new Early Childhood Center on Oakview’s current site.

Safety & Security

Main entrance improvements to include an addition of a secure entrance vestibule
Security camera upgrades
Rekeying and selective door hardware improvements
Expansion of door access control system

Building & Learning Efficiencies

Interior upgrades to classroom flooring and furniture
Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades
Site improvements including parking lot upgrades
Playground enhancements

New Early Childhood Center

All preschool and child care programs would move to this new facility with age-appropriate classrooms and playground.

St. Johns High School & Middle School

The site of St. Johns High School and Middle School is a center for academic, extracurricular, and community activities. Bond funds would allow further advancements to these spaces to better accommodate activities there.

Safety & Security

Security camera upgrades
Rekeying and selective door hardware improvements
Expansion of door access control system

Building & Learning Efficiencies

New equipment for Metal Shop and Wood Shop
Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades
Improved flooring, partial ceiling upgrades and temperature control in the gyms
Classroom flooring upgrades
Site improvements including parking lot and athletic field updates

Athletics & Fine Arts Facilities

New multi-use turf field at the current soccer field
New restroom facility
New wrestling room
Improved lighting for multi-use field and track
Fencing improvements
Resurface track
New and additional tennis courts
General site improvements including utilities, sidewalks, and increased accessibility
New musical instruments
Upgrade auditorium lighting and stage