Livingston Manor Capital Project

On May 16, 2023, voters of the Livingston Manor Central School District approved two capital projects:

Voters approved:

A $21 million capital project to address building systems upgrades, maintenance and security updates: 244 yes; 117 no
A $7 million capital project to repair the pedestrian bridge and flood walls: 248 yes; 112 no

The first project would addresses the most urgent plumbing, electrical and mechanical issues, safety and security enhancements and rear parking lot and drainage improvements. A significant portion of the project costs would be reimbursable at the district’s building aid rate of 68.8% up to the maximum cost allowance formula.

The district will use about $5 million from a capital reserve fund established in 2005 and $4 million of available fund balance to help offset the local share of the project, which leaves $12 million remaining that would be paid for through an estimated one-time 4.18% tax levy increase.

The second project will reconstruct the deteriorating flood walls and pedestrian bridge on the school campus, which will soon be unsafe for use if not fixed. The $7 million project requires a one-time tax levy increase of 7.02%, as the project is not expected to be eligible for state aid or be offset with reserve funds or fund balance.

The average tax levy increase for a house assessed at $100,000 with STAR is an additional $40.90 for the $21 million project and an additional $68.63 for the $7 million project. Pending state approval, work could begin in the 2024-25 school year and last through the 2025-26 school year.

“Although there is still more work to do, these proposed projects address the most urgent building needs, improving the health and safety infrastructure for our students and the overall efficiency of our school building,” Superintendent John Evans said.

Cost breakdown

Proposition 2 (Building project)

Safety and security: $787,400
- Create a central, secure vestibule
- Replace exterior doors
- Fire escape restoration
Mechanical, electrical and plumbing upgrades: $17,379,600
- Various upgrades to outdated HVAC,
  plumbing and electrical systems for
  safety and efficiency
- Increase heating capacity
- Improve ventilation in attic
- Replace underground oil tank
- Provide LED lighting in the gymnasium
Building maintenance and repairs:
$596,400
- Restore the slate roof
- Partial auditorium roof replacement
- Exterior masonry and trim restoration
  on the building
Kitchen safety, code and
functionality upgrades: $372,600
Parking lot reconstruction: $1,864,000

Construction budget: $17,572,390

Incidental budget: $3,427,61

Total budget: $21,000,000

Proposition 3 (Bridge and Flood walls

Construction budget: $5,841,000

Incidental budget: $1,159,000

Total budget: $7,000,000

For a full cost breakdown , see the table below

Photos of project areas

deterioration underneath the bridge structure

Proposition 2

School Building	Construction Cost

Create New Central Secure Entrance Vestibule	$289,600
Building Exterior Masonry and Trim Restoration - Allowance	$224,300
Exterior Door Replacements	$167,600
Fire Escape Restoration	$141,700
Slate Roof Restoration - Allowance	$71,500
Partial Auditorium Roof Deck Replacement	$157,700
Kitchen Safety and Code Upgrades	$283,400
Rear Parking Lot Reconstruction and Storm Drainage Work	$1,418,100
Replace Main Electrical Switchgear	$462,000
Replace Cast Iron Drainage Piping in Original Building	$645,600
Replace Copper Plumbing and Gate Valves in Original Building	$566,800
Replace Galvanized Drainage Piping in Original Building	$462,000
Replace Storm Piping Used for Electrical Pathways, Rewire South Site Lighting	$78,900
Re-route Elevator Sump Discharges to Sanitary Sewer	$107,200
Provide Acid Neutralization Traps at Science Room Sinks	$181,200
Provide Sediment Traps at Art Room and Wood Shop Sinks	$43,200
Provide Pressure Reducing Valve on Main Water Service	$43,200
Provide Water Meter on Boiler Makeup, Tie into DDC for Leak Detection. Provide Water Softener for Heating System	$22,200
Replace Ductless Split Systems for HS Offices, Art Office and Special Services	$503,900
Scope Existing Sanitary Lines from Kitchen - Line Existing Piping	$64,100
Replace A/C Systems Serving Guidance and Library	$721,300
Replace Attic Air Handlers and Heating Coils, Remove Abandoned Steam Piping, and Reconfigure and Correct Ductwork	$6,147,700
Replace 1967 Gymnasium Air Handlers with New Rooftop Systems	$765,100
Provide Ventilation for Attic in 1938 Building	$101,100
Provide Glycol Makeup Tank with Increased Capacity for New Attic Hot Water Systems	$43,200
Provide New Heat Tracing System for All Gutters	$367,200
Replace Kitchen Grease Trap with New Outdoor Unit	$828,000
Replace Frank Adams Electrcial Panels in Kitchen/Cafeteria	$245,200
Replace 15,000 Gallon Undeground Steel Oil Tank	$340,100
Increase Heating Capacity in 1938 Building	$368,400
Provide LED Lighting in Gymnasium	$113,400
10% Construction Contingency	$1,597,490.00
22% Incidental Budget	$3,427,610.00
School Building Scope Cost Total	$21,000,000

Proposition 3

Bridge and Flood Walls	Construction Cost
Reconstruct Footbridge Over Willowemoc and Replace Retaining Walls Adjacent to Main Street	$5,310,000
10% Construction Contingency	$531,000.00
22% Incidental Budget	$1,159,000.00
Bridge and Flood Wall Scope Cost Total	$7,000,000