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JUST THE FACTSEDGEFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND REFERENDUM
Information – it’s what you doThe school district has a responsibility to educate staff and the community about its bond referendum
Soliciting yes or no votes – it’s what you don’t doSchool employees may not engage in any activity on district time or use district resources that promotes or opposes a certain vote.
STAFF MEMBER DO’S & DON’TS
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?
• 1991 bond was paid off March 2018.
• Board action was required on debt service mills
• 25+ years since major facility improvements
o Exception
Technology Infrastructure
Roof, gutters, asphalt repairs
STHS athletic fieldhouse and stadium upgrades
WHY DISCUSS FACILITY NEEDS NOW?
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?
o What are our facility “needs” versus our “wants”?
o Based on the needs what are our priorities?
o What should be done now?
o What is the best choice for our future?
Building Cost Vs. Maintenance Cost
Assessment of Our Facility Needs
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?
• Student population• Grade level
• Core academics
• Special Education
• Special programs• Career and technology
• Related arts
• Media & technology
• Athletics• Food service
• Administration
• Portable
classrooms
FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENT INTERVIEWS
Assessment of Our Facility Needs
Site Inspection
Architectural- Accessibility- Life Safety
- Physical Conditions
Electrical- Light Fixtures
- Emergency
- Lighting
- Exit Lighting
- Fire Alarm System
Mechanical/Plumbing- HVAC System- Fire Protection
- Plumbing Systems
- Fixtures
Civil- Site Circulation
- Parking
- Lighting- Drainage
Assessment of Our Facility Needs
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?
Community Input
• Five community meetings were held across the county
Well attended
Solicited written recommendations
• District Website
Needs assessment presentations
Comment link
Assessment of Our Facility Needs
WHY CHOOSE OUR TEAM?ADDITIONAL ITEMS WE MUST CONSIDER
• Learning Outcomes Essential for Students & the CommunityPurpose of our school system, vision for the future, community
values & culture
• School DataStudent population, site information, special provisions, community
information, etc.
• Program GoalsEducational goals of instructional programs
• Specific Needs for a Quality Learning EnvironmentDetermine the functional need of the learning environment
• User Concerns
Physical space conditions and restraints
Needed improvements
PROFILE OF OUR GRADUATES
• The rapid growth in the Aiken/Augusta CSRA
presents opportunities for Edgefield County
students.
• College and Career ready students will have
avenues for employment especially in the areas of
health care, technology, business, engineering,
education,
• Diversified pathways to quality careers include:
professional certifications, technical college
degrees, 4 year degrees and beyond.
• The Cyber Command Center will employ 4700 by
2019.
Population Data
THE COMMUNITY
B O O M I N G O P P O R T U N I T Y T H R O U G H J O B S
Unemployment Rate in Nov. 2010 = 9.0% Edgefield; 9.8% Nationally
Unemployment Rate in June 2018 = 3.5% Edgefield; 4.1% Nationally
I N V E S T I N G I N P R O S P E R I T Y F O R T H E C S R A
Ft. Gordon - 2/3 of the US Army’s Construction Budget
Georgia Cyber Innovation & Training Center - $100 million
North Augusta - $60 million in growth (residential & commercial)
Aiken County – Among South Carolina’s leaders in Industrial Manufacturing investment
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC ACCELERATION
IDENTIFIED PRIORITIES
Safe and Secure Entrances for all Schools
General Renovations for all Schools
A Plan for Growth in the Merriwether Area
Program Needs for High School and Career Center
$54,670,000 Million Bond Referendum for School Facilities
Security Upgrades and RenovationsDouglas Elementary School
• Johnston Elementary School
• W. E. Parker Elementary School
• JET Middle School
• Strom Thurmond High School
Security Upgrades, Renovations and Expansion• Merriwether Elementary School
• Merriwether Middle School
• Strom Thurmond Career and Technology Center
New Construction• Auditorium, Gymnasium, and Practice Track at Strom Thurmond High School
THE COMMUNITYP R O P O S E D R E M E D YPROPOSED REMEDY
Owner Occupied 4.0 % Property Value Annual Tax Increase
$50,000 $64.00
$100,000 $128.00
$150,000 $192.00
$200,000 $256.00
TAX PAYER IMPACT
Vehicle 6% Property Value Annual Tax Increase
$10,000 $19.20
$20,000 $38.40
$30,000 $57.60
$40,000 $76.80
THE Q
UESTI
ON
Shall the Board of Trustees of the School District of Edgefield County, South Carolina (the
“School District”) be empowered to issue, at one time or from time to time, general obligation
bonds of the School District, in a principal amount of not exceeding $54,670,000, the proceeds
of which shall be used to finance the costs (including architectural, engineering, legal and
related fees) of acquiring, constructing, improving, equipping, expanding, renovating, and
repairing school facilities, within the School District, as follows:
Security Upgrades and Renovations
Douglas Elementary School
Johnston Elementary School
W. E. Parker Elementary School
JET Middle School
Strom Thurmond High School
Security Upgrades, Renovations and Expansion
Merriwether Elementary School
Merriwether Middle School
Strom Thurmond Career and Technology Center
New Construction
Auditorium, Gymnasium, and Practice Track at Strom Thurmond High
School
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Opened in 1991
Additions/Renovations
• 2001 (Classrooms)
DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY
Safety Items Include:
• Secure front entrance
• Card Reader Lock System
• Security Cameras
• Secure egress for 4k
playground
• Exterior Lighting
General Items Include
• Playground Equipment
• Restroom upgrades (ADA)
• Media Center upgrades
• Art room upgrades
• Floor Replacement
• Additional Parking Spaces
• Canopy Replacement
DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY
DOUGLAS ELEMENTARY
Non Secure Douglas Entrance Sample Secure Entrance
Opened in 1952
Gym opened in 1932
Additions/Renovations
• 1992 & 2002
• (Cafeteria Expansion
and Classrooms)
JOHNSTON ELEMENTARY
Safety Items Include:
• Secure Front Entrance
• Card Reader System
• 4K Playground Egress
General Items Include:
• 100% HVAC Replacement
• Group Restroom (ADA Compliant)
• Playground Equipment and Grading
• Art Room & Media Center Upgrades
• Canopy for Car Riders
• Explore Kitchen Expansion
JOHNSTON ELEMENTARY
Opened in 1955
Additions/Renovations
• 1994 & 2002
• (Classrooms, Connected
Hallways)
W.E. PARKER ELEMENTARY
Safety
• Secure Front Entrance
• Card Reader Key System
• Security Cameras
General Items
• 100% HVAC Replacement
• Group Restroom Upgrades (ADA)
• Media Center Upgrades
• Art Room Upgrades
• Music Room Upgrades
• Extend Sidewalk (2nd grade area)
• Soffit Repair
• Bus Zone Driveway and Sidewalk
Repair
W.E. PARKER ELEMENTARY
Opened in 1993
Addition/Renovations
• 2002
• Classrooms - Alternative School
J-E-T MIDDLE SCHOOL
Safety Items Include:• Secure Front Entrance
• Card Reader System
• Explore car stacking options
General Items Include:• Canopy for Car Rider Line
• Group Restroom Upgrades (ADA)
• Lockers (Boys’ Girls’ Locker Rooms)
J-E-T MIDDLE SCHOOL
Opened in 1993
Additions/Renovations
• 2001 (Classrooms)
MERRIWETHER ELEMENTARY
Safety Items Include• Secure Front Entrance
• Security Cameras
• Card Reader Key System
General Items Include• New Playground Equipment and Grading
• Additional Awning for Car Rider Line
• Carpet in Admin area
• Drainage at Media Center
• Group Restroom Upgrades (ADA)
• Parking Lot Repairs
Expansion• Additional Classrooms
• Expanded Related Arts & PE Areas
MERRIWETHER ELEMENTARY
Opened in 1972
Additions/Renovations
• 1994 & 2003
• (Classrooms)
MERRIWETHER MIDDLE
Safety Items Include:• Secure Front Entrance
• Card Reader Key System
General Items Include• Roof Replacement
• Group Restroom Upgrades (ADA)
• Gym Ceiling Replacement
• Media Center Upgrades
• Doors and Hardware Replacement
• Master Key System
• Drainage Issues (Gym Area)
• Parking Lot Repairs
• Traffic Safety
Expansion• Additional Classrooms
MERRIWETHER MIDDLE
Opened in 1972
Additions / Renovations
• 2013
• (Entrance Area / Foyer)
82% of High School
Students are enrolled in at least
one Career Center course.
STROM THURMOND CAREER CENTER
Safety Items Include:• Secure Front Entrance
• Repair Canopies
• Improve Handicap Accessibility
Renovation Needs:• Health Science/Sports Medicine,
Business, PLTW, Construction,
Agriculture Science, Welding,
Automotive Labs, and Classrooms
• Group Restrooms (ADA)
• Roof Repairs
• Electrical Needs
Addition:• Classroom Space• Lab Updates
STROM THURMOND CAREER CENTER
Opened in 1962
Additions/Renovations
• 1993 & 2004
STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL
Safety Items Include:• Secure Entrance• Fire Alarm System
General Items Include:• Science Labs• Group Restrooms Upgrades (ADA)• More Office Space (Guidance,
Conference Space, and Storage)• Cover for Courtyard Area• Explore Bus Zone Options• Electrical Needs
New Construction Include:• Auditorium • Gymnasium and• Practice Track
STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!
$54,670,000 Million Bond Referendum for School Facilities
Security Upgrades and Renovations $8,863,333• Douglas Elementary School
• Johnston Elementary School
• W. E. Parker Elementary School
• JET Middle School
• Strom Thurmond High School
Security Upgrades, Renovations and Expansion $23,918,077• Merriwether Elementary School
• Merriwether Middle School
• Strom Thurmond Career and Technology Center
New Construction $21,891,896• Auditorium, Gymnasium, and Practice Track at Strom Thurmond High School
THE COMMUNITYP R O P O S E D R E M E D YPROPOSED REMEDY