Lockport High School officials look to bonding authority after failed $85 million referendum

Lockport High School District 205 Superintendent Robert McBride updates the board Monday about repairs to the Central Campus and possible next steps after voters rejected the district’s $85 million referendum question in March. Lockport Township High School District 205 officials plan to survey the community and will hold a special meeting next month to prepare next steps after voters rejected an $85 million referendum to renovate its historic Central Campus.

If the district chooses to do life safety work in summer 2025, decisions will have to be made soon to allow enough time for materials to be ordered, McBride said. Residents are invited to a special board meeting at 6 p.m. May 13 at its East Campus, 1333 E 7th St., that will focus on finances and facilities. Residents can ask questions and learn about architecture, bonds, district finances, facilities and how to be involved in the discussion, McBride said.

Once the ceilings were opened, officials found asbestos pipe insulation in poor condition that must be removed. The board approved an emergency bid Monday from DEM Services, Inc. for $67,900 so that work can begin next week and be finished by May 15.

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