Art room. - Music room. Dover #1 School District. Last major renovation was in 1958! ... New gymnasium & locker room
Dover #1 School District 2017 Renovation/Addition Fact Sheet
Last major renovation was in 1958!
The District has been
challenged with aging facilities for many years. It’s time to
Last major renovation was in 1958
The existing facility has served its purpose and the proposed changes will help meet the needs of a future learning environment
Lacking ADA compliance/ accessibility
Improve mechanical energy efficiencies
Existing bus drop off/pick up is on an increasingly busy highway
No effective secure double entry system in place which is dangerous for students and staff
have a facility that enhances the learning process.
Interest rates remain at historically low levels
Parking lot currently being used as a playground
Construction costs continue to rise
Current facility issues: - Library used as a classroom - Kitchen used as a classroom - Testing in hallways - Gymnasium is obsolete - No dedicated art, music and band room - Kids eat lunch in their classroom
More classrooms needed for student growth
Designated areas needed for additional programs including: - STEM - Foreign language - Science lab - Art room - Music room
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Elementary school
enrollment and needs are growing and additional space is needed for students and the community.
Address Aging Building & Infrastructure
Upgrade to ADA compliance/accessibility Make improvements to existing building mechanical & electrical systems
Improve Security & Safety
Create safer bus & parent drop off/pick up New secure double entrance with visual identification and waiting area for visitors Separate parking lot & playground area
Improve Learning Spaces
Build addition and remodel space to create enhanced learning environment Create separate spaces for elective classes
Increase Capacity
New gymnasium & locker rooms Provide additional classrooms New library New multi-purpose/community room
Past and current School Board members have been fiscally responsible. They have been planning the District’s finances for a number of years with the knowledge that a facilities referendum may be needed.
Estimated Property Tax Increase based on borrowing Over the 2016/2017 Taxes
Per Day
$100,000 of property value
$ 0.59
$150,000 of property value
$ 0.89
$200,000 of property value
$ 1.18
These numbers were provided by the district’s financial consultant R.W. Baird & Co.
Conceptual design of proposed addition
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