Middle School Roof Replacement Project Advances with MSBA, ~$9.5M Estimated Cost

What happened

The Business Manager presented plans for the MRMS roof replacement project in partnership with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), which will reimburse 37% of costs. Estimated total construction cost is $9.5 million with a total project budget of $11.4 million; the district's anticipated share is $7.2 million. The committee voted to proceed with minimal solar readiness to control costs.

Why it matters to families

This is a major facilities capital project representing millions of dollars in anticipated district costs, with a town meeting vote required in May for funding approval and construction slated to begin the following summer.

The evidence

Estimated total construction cost is $9.5 million, with a total budget of $11.4 million. The district's anticipated cost is $7.2 million...The committee voted to proceed with minimal solar readiness to avoid high costs.

The source