EDUCATION FIRST FACILITIES COMMITTEE. THE FACILITY COMMITTEE WAS CREATED IN NOVEMBER 2012 TO...

EDUCATION FIRST

FACILITIES

COMMITTEE

THE FACILITY COMMITTEE WAS CREATED IN NOVEMBER 2012 TO

COMPLETE A THOROUGH STUDY OF DISTRICT FACILITIES. MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE INCLUDE RESIDENTS FROM

ALL PARTS OF THE DISTRICT. TEACHERS, PARENTS, FARMERS,

RANCHERS, AND A WIDE VARIETY OF PROFESSIONS ARE REPRESENTED.

FACILITIES

COMMITTEE

FACILITY COMMITTEE COMMENTS – READING

Positive:Small classroom environments.Lobby/concession area.Building layout, creates good flow.Great gym environment.Stage performance is large with good

storage. Great lighting throughout facilityTwo computer labs

FACILITY COMMITTEE COMMENTS – READING

Issues:Office layout is isolated, creates safety and

supervision concern.Condition of older bathrooms.Aged locker rooms.Longevity of gym floor, can’t be sanded again

if damaged.Not one level throughout facility. Location in relation to rest of district.Older windows & doors not energy efficient.

FACILITY COMMITTEE COMMENTS – AMERICUS

Positive:Size of elementary classrooms.Advantage of 2 hallways – provides

separation for middle & elementary levels.Versatility of rooms – more modern feel.One level – easier access to rooms.Football field/softball diamond/nice

concessions/evening lightingClassrooms technologies.

FACILITY COMMITTEE COMMENTS - AMERICUS

Issues:Settling of building/Grading on

outside/Flooding.Mold in basement.Limestone on outside of building wearing down.Window AC units very loud disrupting teach

lectures.Office location hard for visitors to locateSecurity concerns – hard to monitor visitors

with current office locationSize of lunchroom


Issues:Infrastructure cannot always support new

classroom technologies.Poor restroom facilities.Lack of gym seating for sporting events &

accessing the seating.Lack of track facilities.Small locker rooms.Variance of temperature from room to room.Storage space throughout facility.


Other Comments:25 students maximum per middle school

classroom. Increased enrollment decreases functionality.

Increasing class sizes except in kindergarten (2012-2013)

One elementary class with enrollment of 27.Disparity in K-5 enrollment Americus/Reading

ARCHITECT REVIEW - AMERICUS

Metal roofs showing signs of deterioration.Roof in fair condition, reaching end of life

span.Exterior cracking result of building

movement.Metal panel siding showing signs of rust &

fastener failure.Majority of windows single pane or seals

have failed.Restrooms don’t meet ADA standards &

guidelines.Window AC units unable to control humidity.Limited IT & electrical infrastructure.

ARCHITECT REVIEW - AMERICUS

Life Safety Issues:Fire separation.Non-rated fire doors.Non-compliant corridor doors.Secure vestibule.Mold & mildew growth.Air quality.Exit plan/path from the basement.

FACILITY COMMITTEE COMMENTS - NHHS

Positive:Lower number of structural issues. Better

drainage.Majority of classrooms are adequately sized.Freshmen lockers located in separate

hallway.Nice gym/seating for sporting events.Large kitchen space. Visibility of office in entryway.Classrooms technologies. However,

infrastructure does not always support them.


Issues:Mobile units built to be temporary. West unit in

poor condition.Lack of electrical units due to building

infrastructure.Concern with age & adequate number of work

stations in science room.Window AC units very loud disrupting teach

lectures.Shop building houses woodworking and welding –

concern for fire.Lack of ventilation in shop, science & art rooms


Issues:Infrastructure cannot always support new

classroom technologies.Floor in shop class, concern about students

slipping.Location of secretary’s office – cannot monitor

those entering & exiting.Aged roof on shop – concern with water leaks

damaging equipment.Lack of designated dining area for various

school functions.


Issues:No commons area.Efficiency of windows throughout the building

(i.e. water and wind blowing in)Baseball and softball fields off campus in two

different locations. Difficult for spectators to attend both.

Significant costs for football and track facilities.Lack of adequate facilities for fine arts.Location long distance for students to

drive/travel.


Other Comments:Lower student population equals less course

opportunities.Vocational opportunities for students in

welding classes. Grants available for welding equipment, but no room for additional equipment in current building.

Do not anticipate growth in student population with current structure of facilities and lack of ability to provide expanded course opportunities.

ARCHITECT REVIEW - NHHS

Building movement evident from exterior cracking.

Majority of windows single pane un-insulated.Concrete façade is spalling. (Face layer is

falling off)Metal roof on wood shop is rusting.Temporary classrooms structures show

significant weathering.Window AC units don’t provide adequate air

quality.Limited IT and electrical infrastructure.Limited quality teaching space.

ARCHITECT REVIEW - NHHS

Exposed & unprotected gas lines in science rooms.

Restrooms don’t meet ADA standard & guidelines.

Inaccessible public restrooms in Gym, locker room facilities, stage & elevated seating. Football field access.

Life safety include fire separation, secure vestibule, non-compliant corridors & storage areas.

Exterior includes press box, pavement replacement & repair, current track & field requirements.

HERINGTON SCHOOL VISIT

K-12 enrollment – 480New addition PreK-5th grade for 240 current

students up to 300.$14.9 million with no changes to high school.

Demolished old grade school built in 1955. Building itself was good, but interior was not. Renovation would cost 60-70% of new costs.

Geothermal heating/cooling. All rooms have their own exchanger in enclosed 2nd story.

Separate entrance for parents and busses. Visitors’ entrance limited through office.


Common kitchen area with two access and serving areas to separate cafeteria rooms – elementary and middle/high school. Concession by kitchen. Receiving area off kitchen for deliveries.

Have 3 gymsBuilding set up for wireless.Speaker systems in classroom for equal

sound.









BASEHOR-LINWOOD SCHOOL VISIT

Middle School has 490 students/built to house 700.

Built on 80 acres with practice track. 110,000 sq. ft. cost $21.5 million did not include land acquisition, off-site development, furnishings or design fees.

All electric with gas service only in kitchen.All classrooms have wireless Internet service.





























Frequently Asked Questions

Why hasn’t the school district kept up with maintenance of buildings through the years?

• Each mill levied in USD #251 raises a minimal amount of funds. Capital Outlay Funding has been about $150,000 annually. To replace the roof at NHHS would be $750,000 or 5 years of capital outlay levies.


If we remodel the current buildings, how long will it take and how will school continue to be held?

• HTK estimates that a remodeling project will take about 2 years. It would be a challenge to keep school in session during this time frame. One of the options would be to conduct school in an alternate location. No alternate locations have been identified.


If we remodel, are there any requirements in conjunction with the American Disabilities Act (ADA)?

• Yes. For every $1 spent on remodeling, $.20 must be spent on ADA issues until the building and location are ADA accessible.


If a new building is built, has a new location been identified?

• No definite location has been identified. However, HTK has identified several needs for a building site. Adequate water pressure and three-phase electrical service are a must. Natural gas availability would help keep utility costs down.


What would happen to the existing buildings if a new K-12 was constructed?

• The committee has not addressed this question at this time. As with everything else, the final decision would be made by the Board of Education.


Is there information available about the number of USD #251 students attending school in other school districts?

• Yes, information is available for the 2012-2013 school year. 120 North Lyon County students attended school outside the district. The breakdown of where these students attended school is:

Emporia – 67 students (56%)Osage City – 20 students (17%)Mission Valley – 15 students (12%)All others – 18 students (15%)

OPTIONS PROS REMODEL PRO:-Keep elementary schools in Reading & Americus-Less building costs NEW K-12 PRO:-All students in one location. Families no longer have students in Reading, Americus & NHHS.-Better able to manage elementary class sizes so teachers & students will have more comparable teaching & learning experience.-Able to manage jr. high & high school courses better to have more courses available for these two levels.-Consolidation savings could be used for introducing new programs/classes.

NHHS Americus Total Total Total

Estimated Total ProjectBuilding $18,000,000 $4,000,000 $22,000,000 $25,000,000

Outdoor Facilities 2,000,000 0 $2,000,000 5,000,000

Total Estimated Total Project 24,000,000$ 30,000,000$

Estimated Annual Savings Salaries & Benefits $0 518,400

Transportation $0 172,000

Bus Replacement $0 33,000

Bus Expenses $0 45,000

Utilities $16,000 51,000

Maintenance & Repair $100,000 100,000

Total Estimated Annual Savings $116,000 919,400$

Remodel Existing Buildings Construct New Building

USD #251Remodel vs Rebuild Analysis

History & Projection of USD #251 Mill Levy for Remodeling

2011-12 2012-13 2013-142014-15 (est) or 1st year const.

2015-16 (est) or 2nd year const.

2017-18 (est) or 1-2 yrs. in bldg.

State Mill Levy 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000Supplemental (LOB) 26.230 24.290 12.696 11.050 11.050 11.050Capital Outlay 6.510 6.995 7.000 6.100 6.100 6.100Total School Mill Levy 52.740 51.285 39.696 37.150 37.150 37.15024 Million for 25 years in Mills 21.600 21.600 21.600Possible Mill Reduction from Annual Savings* (1.630)Total and Possible Total School Mill Levy 52.740 51.285 39.696 58.750 58.750 57.120Change in Mill Levy from 2011-2012 (1.455) (13.044) 6.010 6.010 4.380Other Pertinent Local Mill Levy Change:County mill reduction (approx) (7.300) (7.300) (7.300) (7.300)Possible Mill Levy Change from 2011-2012 (20.344) (1.290) (1.290) (2.920)

Valuation (Non Gen) $29,508,262.00 $32,077,706.00 $61,846,224.00 $71,000,000 (est) $71,000,000 (est) $71,000,000 (est)1 Mill generates (approx) $29,500.00 32,000.00 61,800.00 71000.00 71000.00 71000.00

Change in annual taxes from 2011-12 for School Levy Only for Remodeling$50,000 home 34.56 34.56 25.19$100,000 home 69.12 69.12 50.37$50,000 commercial property 75.13 75.13 54.75$100,000 commercial property 150.25 150.25 109.50Dry Crop land (160 acres) 55.10 55.10 40.16Grass Land (160 acres) 17.89 17.89 13.03

*The 1.63 mill reduction is a result of possible reduction in utilities and maintenance of buildings. No reduction has been made to capital outlay. Capital outlay is currently used to purchase school buses and building maintenance. There would be no changes in bus routes with this option. If there were remaining funds after bus purchases, then capital outlay funds could be accumulated for future maintenance needs. This cost projection allows for no other changes to programs, etc.

History & Projection of USD #251 Mill Levy for New Construction

2011-12 2012-13 2013-142014-15 (est) or 1st year const.

2015-16 (est) or 2nd year const.

2017-18 (est) or 1-2 yrs in bldg

State Mill Levy 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000 20.000Supplemental (LOB) 26.230 24.290 12.696 11.050 11.050 11.050Capital Outlay 6.510 6.995 7.000 6.100 6.100 4.100Total School Mill Levy 52.740 51.285 39.696 37.150 37.150 35.15030 Million - 25 years = Mills 27.000 27.000 27.000Possible Mill Reduction from Annual Savings* (7.000)Total and Possible Total School Mill Levy 52.740 51.285 39.696 64.150 64.150 55.150Change in Mill Levy from 2011-2012 (1.455) (13.044) 11.410 11.410 2.410Other Pertinent Local Mill Levy Change:County mill reduction (approx) (7.300) (7.300) (7.300) (7.300)Total Possible Mill Levy Change from 2011-2012 (20.344) 4.110 4.110 (4.890)

Valuation (Non Gen) $29,508,262.00 $32,077,706.00 $61,846,224.00 $71,000,000 (est) $71,000,000 (est) $71,000,000 (est)1 Mill generates (approx) $29,500.00 32,000.00 61,800.00 71000.00 71000.00 71000.00

Change in annual taxes from 2011-12 for School Levy Only for New Construction$50,000 home 65.61 65.61 13.86$100,000 home 131.22 131.22 27.72$50,000 commercial property 142.63 142.63 30.13$100,000 commercial property 285.25 285.25 60.25Dry Crop land (160 acres) 104.61 104.61 22.09Grass Land (160 acres) 33.96 33.96 7.17

* The possible annual savings of $919,400 converts to 12.949 mills ($71,000 per mill). The school board would have three options for this savings: 1) Early payoff of the bonds used to build the new building; 2) Lower capital outlay levy and/or the LOB levy; and 3) Use the extra funds to add new programs, increase salaries, put aside for future maintenance, etc. This illustration has designated a reduction of 7 mills. Also, the capital outlay levy has been reduced 2 mills to 4.1 mills (fewer buses needed). In this scenario the possible remaining 3.949 mills (app. $280,000 annually) could be used to reduce debt, new programs, or reduce the mill levy further.

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