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$12.9 million to replace HVAC at three schools
What happened
On October 30, 2025, the board approved a $12.9 million contract amendment to replace and upgrade heating and cooling systems at Pulaski Heights Elementary, Pulaski Heights Middle, and Forest Park Elementary. The work is paid for through guaranteed energy savings and state partnership funding, not new local taxes.
Why it matters to families
Working heat and air conditioning affects whether classrooms are usable every day. This is one of the largest single facilities contracts the board approved this year.
The evidence
The October 30, 2025 board meeting minutes record the item 'Amendment to Energy Performance Contract (HVAC Replacements)', with a total project cost of $12,900,000 for HVAC work at Pulaski Heights Elementary, Pulaski Heights Middle, and Forest Park Elementary, approved 9-0.
The source
October 30, 2025 board meeting minutesSee the full record for Little Rock School District.
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