Investing in Our Future, Together

Cambridge Public Schools has a strong track record of maintaining and improving its facilities. This dedication is reflected in recent upgrades and improvements. While these efforts have extended the life of the school, the 1926 portion remains outdated and no longer meets the needs of today’s students and staff.

To address these critical needs, the Cambridge Public Schools Board of Education has called for a bond election. On August 12, voters will consider a proposed bond not to exceed $13.2 million. This investment will help create a more modern, efficient, and student-centered learning environment for generations to come.

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The two critical areas that were established when we began this process 23 months ago were HVAC replacement and Roofing. Estimates on the HVAC replacement 23 months ago were 2.1 million. Estimates on the roof replacement earlier this year were 1.8 million; this does not include the elementary, as this was not part of the scope of work for this project. Once we begin upgrading the building we will need to meet ADA standards, this means inclusion of an elevator at a project cost of $500,000. If you add those numbers up and that is 4.5 million dollars; that is 4.5 million dollars spent on a 100 year old facility and that 4.5 million does not address plumbing, wiring, a lack of insulation or anything the needs addressed in the auditorium. 

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