Aiken County considers bond plan for school upgrades
District officials warned that the five year plan cannot cover current and future building needs along with maintenance. A 2008 facilities study cited about 350 million in needs district wide, with six schools plus Ridge Spring Monetta High School requiring major renovations. Replacement and additions could cost 168 to 224 million, likely funded by a bond referendum.
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Aiken area schools face rebuilding and expansion costs
Aiken High School built 1955 with 1995 addition and 1999 annexation faces 1,524 enrollment and 22 mobile classrooms. estimated onsite rebuild at 45 million. North Augusta High, 1969 with 1992 addition, 1,650 enrollment, 20 mobile classrooms, onsite additions cost 45 million. new off site facility 75 million. Career and Technology Center built 1966 capacity 420, needs 9 million on site and possible 15 million second center option between Ridge Spring Monetta Wagener. Silver Bluff adjacent site option 24 million. Projected growth modest to significant with housing permits driving reevaluation.
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Bond referendum would fund six priority schools over long term
School officials outline a general obligation bond paid by an unde termined tax millage, potentially spanning 20 years. Voters would approve full project scope for six priority schools, while other district schools stay in the five year plan for upkeep. Opponents warn against tax increases amid tight finances.
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