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New Paltz
Central
School
District
CAPITAL PROJECT VOTE
October 28, 2014
12 Noon to 9 PM at New Paltz High School
The Board of Education has
adopted a $52.9 million proposal
to upgrade infrastructure and provide
program improvements in all four of
the District’s schools.
Building needs have been under consideration for many
years. The Board of Education has devoted more than a
year to planning this project by holding public hearings,
studying detailed professional evaluations of all of the
District’s buildings, considering administrator reports,
and analyzing enrollment projections and building
capacities.
Using the February 2014 Comprehensive Facilities
Master Plan as a guide, the Board of Education worked
with professional architects and engineers to identify
the highest priority infrastructure and instructional
space needs in each of the school buildings so that
all students can benefit. The $52.9 million Capital
Project that is being presented to voters on October 28
is designed to complete this high priority work in a
manner that minimizes disruption to students.
The Board conducted an extensive review of multiple
options and feels this proposal is the most cost-effective
approach available that balances both the interests of
the taxpayers and the ongoing education of District
students.
It is anticipated that 50 percent of the project will
be funded by New York State Aid. Repayment of the
balance is anticipated to take 20 years, with the average
District homeowner paying $20 per $100,000 of
assessed value annually for the term of the loan.
Capital Project Proposed Scope of Work
The highest priority needs in each school building are addressed by the October 28 Capital Project.
The following list details the specific work proposed for each building. No students will be relocated
to other buildings during the implementation of the proposed Capital Project.
DUZINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Program Improvements
„„Add bathrooms near the cafeteria (there are currently none
located in proximity)
„„Update network infrastructure to support current and future
technologies
Infrastructure Improvements
„„Replace damaged doors at the Cafeteria and Gymnasium,
including safety glass
„„Upgrade aged boiler piping to extend system life
„„Preserve building exterior and prevent leaks by replacing
cracked bricks
„„Replace end-of-life foam roof and skylights
„„Upgrade antiquated clock and public address (PA) system
„„Replace obsolete electrical panels
„„Add ventilation in corridors to meet code and improve health
„„Replace the original Gymnasium air handler (new installation
to be designed with the flexibility to possibly add air
conditioning in the future)
„„Upgrade fire alarm and smoke detection system
„„Replace the oldest plumbing fixtures
LENAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Program Improvements
„„Provide additional storage space (currently insufficient for
building needs)
„„Update network infrastructure to support current and future
technologies
Infrastructure Improvements
„„Address leaking exterior walls
„„Replace non-functioning moveable gym divider wall and
reinforce load-bearing beam that supports divider weight
„„Upgrade all HVAC controls not included in the previous
Energy Performance Contract
„„Upgrade fire alarm and smoke detection system
„„Add ventilation in corridors to improve air quality
Leaking Exterior Walls: Cracked and shifting exterior masonry at Lenape allows water to
penetrate the building and contributes to infrastructure deterioration.
Roof Leaks: Leaks from the Middle School roof and loose/cracked masonry on the exterior of
the building have caused water damage.
NEW PALTZ HIGH SCHOOL
Program Improvements
„„Provide additional classrooms for a net gain of four new
learning spaces
„„Expand and relocate guidance suite near the cafeteria to create
a convenient Career and Counseling Center for students
„„Add meeting room space near the Main Office (none currently
exists)
„„Provide additional storage space (currently insufficient for
building needs)
„„Update network infrastructure to support current and future
technologies
Infrastructure Improvements
„„Replace damaged moveable gym divider wall (end-of-life)
„„Replace obsolete electrical panels
„„Address damage to exterior masonry to prevent leaks and
preserve structural building integrity
„„Upgrade any old HVAC controls to improve energy efficiency
„„Replace broken sidewalks and exterior stairs
„„Replace damaged fitness and weight room flooring
„„Upgrade fire alarm and smoke detection system
„„Replace leaking foam roof and skylights
„„Replace Gymnasium air handler (new installation to be
designed with the flexibility to possibly add air conditioning in
the future)
„„Replace failing catch basins and piping to address storm water
drainage issues
„„Repave cracked areas of parking lot
„„Replace broken gym lockers
„„Replace end-of-life fuel oil tank
„„Replace poorly functioning ceiling electric heaters in modular
classroom wing
„„Provide new Central Receiving area and District vehicle
storage between the High School and Transportation Center
Insufficient Space: The Home & Careers lab was originally designed for 12-15 students. Today,
upwards of 30 students use this space. The class is a mandated course offering. Many other
classrooms are also undersized.
Middle School Roof: The New Paltz Middle School roof has outlived its expected lifetime. It
was installed in 1993 and has a replacement cycle of 20 years.
NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
Program Improvements
„„Reconfigure building layout to enhance instruction through
Grade Level Clusters
„„Provide dedicated space for Physical Therapy and
Occupational Therapy (currently offered in a storage closet)
„„Relocate Band Room to minimize noise disruptions in
classrooms and enlarge it to serve student participation levels
„„Provide a dedicated Music/Chorus Room to serve student
participation levels
„„Upgrade antiquated Home and Careers classroom
„„Upgrade antiquated (circa 1956) Science lab
„„Enlarge Nurse’s Office and reconfigure to offer privacy
„„Upgrade Library/Media Center to support multi-use access
for classes, allow group instruction, and improve technology
integration
„„Correct Central Kitchen space inadequacies and replace aged
equipment
„„Install canopy for weather protection at parent pickup/drop-off
area to increase functionality and safety
„„Upgrade technology network to increase bandwidth and
support current and future technology use
„„Provide additional storage capacity
„„Relocate District’s Central Receiving area to improve safety,
efficiency, and logistics
Infrastructure Improvements
„„Extend existing perimeter access control and increase door and
camera monitoring capacity to improve surveillance
„„Provide interior access to Technology, Health, Music, and
other rooms that currently must be accessed from outside
the building, correcting ADA deficiencies to meet current
guidelines
„„Replace two rows of auditorium seating to create ADAcompliant seating
„„Reconfigure main entry ramp and upper-level connecting
ramps to meet incline requirements for ADA compliance
„„Reconfigure athletic space to locate gym and locker rooms in
proximity to one another (currently on two different floors,
hampering supervision and failing to conform to ADA
requirements)
„„Renovate outdated restroom facilities for ADA compliance
„„Add mechanical ventilation to classrooms and corridors to
address lack of air exchange and improve air quality
„„Provide air conditioning to specific building locations with
extreme overheating issues (gymnasium, auditorium, cafeteria,
and upper-level classrooms) to address health concerns and
expand capacity for summer use
„„Upgrade fire alarm and smoke detection systems
„„Replace end-of-life slate roof, brick parapets and limestone cap,
extending the life expectancy by another 50 years
„„Replace end-of-life foam roofing system with more durable
and lasting material
„„Replace selected failing windows in 1956 and 1998 wings
(many are not insulated or do not open/close properly)
„„Replace cracked brick and restore façade to preserve the
functional physical integrity of the exterior walls
„„Replace all 50-year-old exterior doors to improve security and
insulation
„„Replace antiquated heating system piping
„„Replace aged water distribution systems (ranging from 30 to 80
years old)
„„Replace aged and leaking drainage piping in 1930s wing
„„Repair leaking storm drainage piping
„„Replace aged plumbing fixtures (many toilets and sinks are
from 1930 or 1956)
„„Replace non-functioning water fountains
„„Replace damaged ceilings, baseboard, lockers, and casework
„„Replace classroom doors to improve safety and meet code
requirements for smoke control and egress
„„Upgrade interior stair railings to meet current code and
improve safety
„„Replace obsolete 1930s electrical panels and cloth-covered
wiring
„„Repair failing clock/bell system
„„Replace water-damaged portion of buckled floor (a tripping
hazard)
„„Repair pavement and storm drainage to correct flooding
(also reduces liability for potential damage to neighboring
properties) and install guardrail
About the Project
The Board completed an extensive, thoughtful examination of all information presented in the
Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan and identified only the highest priority items for inclusion in
the proposed Capital Project.
The Board has retained the services of the Palombo Group to oversee the construction
management of the project to ensure the work is completed within or under its
budget. These professionals have thoroughly vetted the proposed project costs used in the
$52.9 million proposal.
Infrastructure concerns comprise a significant portion of the proposed project and
include replacement of failing, outdated systems and structures, improvements to
indoor air quality, improved handicapped accessibility, and other high priority health and
safety improvements.
The Middle School and High School are short of learning space and have been for
some time, partly due to prior unsuccessful projects and bond propositions. This
project will provide a sufficient amount of classrooms for all students in both buildings.
The Board and its design team are committed to taking a leadership position on
issues of energy efficiency and sustainability. The project will include systems and
facilities that demonstrate this commitment. Once funding is approved, the detailed design
process commences and all viable strategies will be thoroughly investigated and reviewed
with the District.
The Capital Project proposal maintains the existing four campuses and current grade
level configurations. After a lengthy exploration of possible alternatives, including
multiple consolidation options, the Board decided to keep all buildings in operation and
restore/update them to serve the community into the future. The Board determined this
approach is the most cost-effective option that balances both the interests of the taxpayers
and the ongoing education of District students.
To limit learning disruptions as much as possible, no students will be relocated to
other buildings during the implementation of the proposed Capital Project.
The Board is committed to transparency, cost savings, timeliness, and efficiency
and will use the expertise of the full Facilities Committee, including the community
members, to develop concepts for contracts with both the architectural and construction
management firms.
After years of Board and community discussion on the building needs, the Board
determined this to be the proper timing for the Capital Project. Retiring debt will
help to offset a portion of its cost. The debt level plays a significant role in the calculation of
the tax levy limit cap. Without replacement of debt, the District could be at risk for future
budget-limiting reductions in programs and opportunities for students.
Learn More
New Paltz
Central
School
September 24: Capital Project Presentation 7 pm @ NPHS
October 6: NPHS PTSA Presentation 7 pm @ HS Library
October 8: Middle School Tour & Capital Project Presentation 6:30 pm @ NPMS
October 14: Duzine-Lenape ES PTA Presentation 6:30 pm @ Lenape Library
October 21: NPMS PTA Presentation 6 pm @ MS Library
October 22: Board of Education Facilities Committee Capital Project Presentation 6 pm @ District Office
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