Overview:
The Snohomish School
District Board of Directors established a
broad-based, independent Citizens’ Facilities Advisory
Committee in March of 2003.
This committee was asked to
evaluate the condition of all district facilities and
make recommendations for improvements and additional
school facilities based on enrollment projections. To
get this done, committee members spent 2,800
hours getting to the heart of matters in our
schools. They have:
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Personally visited every
school
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Worked with experts to
complete detailed assessments of every facility
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Studied space and program
standards and the effects of different grade configurations
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Presented their initial
recommendation to the public in a series of forums
click
here to view the feedback they received at those
forums.
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Presented their final
recommendation to the School Board, December 10,
2003
Board
resolution
Committee members
Initial
Findings - Information about each school
Feedback from Community Forums (pdf)
Final Report to the School Board (pdf)
Board
Resolution:
At the March 28, 2003 School
Board Meeting, the board approved a resolution giving a
charge to the new Citizens Facilities Advisory Committee
to develop a Long Range Capital Facilities Plan. This
resolution also itemizes the committees’ activities as
follows:
1. Review student enrollment
projections.
2. Review physical
conditions of existing school and non-school facilities.
3. Review space and service
standards for the District’s school facilities,
including the role
of portable classrooms in the district.
4. Validate the existing
space and service standards or suggest new standards.
5. Review the current grade
level configuration (an example being the middle school
grade
levels 7-8 and 6-8) as opposed to the existing physical
inventory of facilities and space
(a no change option) and any alternatives recommended by the
committee changing
the existing physical inventory of facilities and space.
6. Forecast the need for and
recommend any changes to the configuration or
composition
of our existing physical inventory of buildings & space to
include but not be limited to:
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Construction of new school
and non-school facilities.
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Expansion of existing school
and non-school facilities.
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Modernization of existing
school and non-school facilities.
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The acquisition of new
building sites.
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Identifying other school and
non-school facility needs such as life safety,
handicapped access, site work, and deteriorated or
obsolescent systems in need of replacement.
7. Create the Plan, which
includes a list of the capital projects the District
should undertake.
The Plan shall include a detailed recommendation of the
priorities the district should
concentrate on over the next six years, indicating the type
of project, the cost, potential
source of funds, and the year the project is needed.
8. Analyze the District’s
ability to pay for the needed capital projects; analyze
sources of potential revenue; and develop a viable plan
for financing the list of capital projects, including
identifying the sources of financing such as state
matching funds and bond issues.
9. Conduct one or more
public forums and solicit community input on the Plan,
and revise the plan as necessary based on community
comments.
10. Present the findings,
conclusions, and recommendations of the Plan to the
Board of Directors of the District in an Interim Report
in June 2003, August 2003, and a Final Report in
November 2003.
Overview & Contact
Information
Committee members
Initial
Findings - Information about each school
Feedback from Community Forums (pdf)
Final Report to the School Board (pdf)
Citizens' Facility
Advisory Committee Members
The Board selected the
following citizens to be representative of the diversity
of our district. To contact the members of this
committee, send an email to:
Communications@sno.wednet.edu
Brad Agerup
Ann Averill
Philip Bastian
Brian Berard
Jonathan Bishop
Paul Cassidy
John H. Green, Jr.
Ed Hare
Lawrence Kenoyer
Rex Kerby
Merle Kirkley
Robert Knight
Susan Kometani-Dittman
Barbara Kusler
Rodney Langer
Rich Leahy
Jerry Litzenberger
Mark Mantei
Christi McCaughan
Heather Miller
Doug Nelson
Ronald Newhard
John Oglesby
John L. Patterson
Ed Peterson
Robert Reid
Keely Reinhard
Jeff Ristoff
Thomas Rogers
Angie Scharbau
Dana Smith
Melissa Spada
Keith Stefanson
William Steffener
Mark Steranka
Dan C. Stevens
Stephen Strickler
Michael Tipton
Jim Turner
Patty Venema
Overview & Contact
Information
Board
resolution
Initial
Findings - Information about each school
Feedback from Community Forums (pdf)
Final Report to the School Board (pdf)
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Initial
Findings
Information
about the status of each school:
Snohomish High School
Snohomish High School is a campus style
school that has grown incrementally over the last 65
years. Its buildings date from 1938 to 1999 and it has
had a variety of remodels and modernizations over the
years. In general the buildings vary from very poor to
good condition, but there is not a consistency in their
materials or systems. The scope of work for the campus
describes just those improvements required to upgrade
the campus to a more usable state. These improvements
are in addition to recent improvements including boiler
upgrades, locker room renovations, partial roof
replacements, carpet replacement, parking and field
improvements and other minor improvements accomplished
through recent Bonds. No program improvements were
specifically discussed by the staff, but the figures
below include a $5M construction allowance for program
improvements at the school. These funds would be used
for reconfiguring interior rooms and systems to
accommodate the evolving educational program at the
school.
Site Size: 30 Acres
Building Area: 253,458
Year Built: 1938-1999
Useful Life 20-30 years
Additions and Modernizations: 1938-1999
Current Capacity: 1818
Current Enrollment: 1939
Projected Enrollment 2007: 1945
Capacity Shortage: 127
Aim
High School
Aim High School currently occupies leased
space. 69 students attend AIM HS, but they are typically
not all there at one time, adjusting their schedules for
work and other obligations. Some on the Students at AIM
have children of their own who need to be accommodated
at AIM while their mothers are attending AIM. The Scope
of work at AIM develops a District owned facility to
house this program.
Site Size: 5.16 Acres
Building Area: 15,073
Year Built: 1993
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 69
Current Enrollment: 69
Projected Enrollment 2007: 69
Snohomish Freshman Campus
The Freshman Campus was constructed in 1960
as a junior high school. Additions in 1970 and 1980
expanded the school to its current size. The masonry
building is in fair condition but shows signs of wear in
all areas. The scope of work anticipated for the
building includes renewal of surfaces and finishes,
window and door replacement, new classroom accessories,
and new mechanical, electrical and communication
systems. The building will get new insulation, a new
roof, and the fields and paved areas of the site will be
upgraded. These improvements are in addition to the
roof, HVAC, and carpet replacements, and the other minor
improvements accomplished through recent Bonds. The
school will also need a variety of additions to deliver
the program at its current capacity, but these additions
will not increase its capacity.
Site Size: 21 Acres
Building Area: 96,459
Year Built: 1960
Useful Life 20-30 years
Additions and Modernizations: Additions: 1970, 1980
Current Capacity: 647
Current Enrollment: 735
Projected Enrollment 2007: 728
Capacity Shortage: 81
Centennial Middle School
Centennial Middle School was built in 1992
and is in good condition. Building finishes are worn but
systems generally operate well. The scope of work
anticipated includes finish upgrades such as patching
and painting, replacement of limited lay-in ceiling
tiles, ADA upgrades, and minor remodeling to accommodate
programs. On the exterior of the building some roof
replacement is anticipated, along with selected field
upgrades and the addition of walks and ramps.
Site Size: 21 Acres
Building Area: 83,278
Year Built: 1992
Useful Life 30 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 559
Current Enrollment: 690
Projected Enrollment 2007: 667
Capacity Shortage: 108
Valley View Middle School
Valley View Middle School was built in 1980
and is in fair condition. At 23 years old, finishes are
showing wear, and building systems are old, requiring
increasing maintenance attention. The scope of work
anticipated for the project includes general finish
upgrades including patching, painting, selected ceiling
and floor replacement, classroom accessory upgrades, and
mechanical and electrical upgrades. Exterior doors and
windows should be replaced, fields will be refurbished
to improve drainage and parking will be added. These
improvements are in addition to the partial roof, HVAC,
carpet, and track replacement and other minor
improvements accomplished through recent Bonds, and
reflects extending the life of the building30 years into
the future. The scope also includes the addition of such
spaces as a gym, a library expansion and enlarged
commons. These additions are required to accommodate the
current capacity of the school.
Site Size: 35 Acres
Building Area: 76,732
Year Built: 1980
Useful Life 30 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 582
Current Enrollment: 722
Projected Enrollment 2007: 689
Capacity Shortage: 107
Cascade View Elementary School
Cascade View Elementary School is one of four
prototypical elementary schools built in the district in
the 1980’s and early 1990’s. The school features
exterior circulation, through an internal courtyard and
flat roofs. Built for first cost economy, many of the
schools systems such as the mechanical system
communications system and such items as casework and
hardware will need replacement in 10 more years. The
current improvements anticipated for the school are just
those required to keep systems operational at optimum
levels until system replacement is eventually
accomplished. They also include miscellaneous site
improvements. The school also requires improvements such
as the addition of a dedicated gym and expanded library
just to deliver the current educational program without
accommodating additional students.
Site Size: 10 Acres
Building Area: 44,132
Year Built: 1990
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 401
Current Enrollment: 655
Projected Enrollment 2007: 784
Capacity Shortage: 383
Cathcart Elementary School
Cathcart Elementary School was built in 1966
with a classroom addition in 1980. All buildings other
than building E were modernized in 1993. It is a campus
style school with exterior circulation. Play fields are
in poor condition and poorly drained. The 1993
modernization was a “threshold” modernization improving
the buildings minimally enough to qualify for state
matching funds, but not making any wholesale changes in
the way they are organized. The buildings modernized in
1993 are in generally good condition. Unit E was not
modernized in 1993 because it was not eligible for state
match. The Kitchen was also not touched in 1993. These
areas now require renewal of finishes and systems to
extend their useful life. The school also requires
improvements such as the addition of a dedicated gym and
expanded kitchen and library just to deliver the current
educational program without accommodating additional
students.
Site Size: 13 Acres
Building Area: 36,778
Year Built: 1966
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations Addition in 1970, 1980,
1988; Partial Mod in 1993
Current Capacity: 471
Current Enrollment: 521
Projected Enrollment 2007: 512
Capacity Shortage: 41
Central Primary Center
Central Primary Center was built in 1948 and
was added to, and modernized in 1993. The building is in
generally good condition, with some wear noticeable to
interior finishes. Improvements recommended for the
school include the reconfiguration of selected rooms,
the addition of classroom accessories such as tack
boards and cubbies, ADA and exiting improvements, the
addition of electrical and computer outlets, and
improvement of the playing fields. The scope also
includes funds for replacement of the shingled roof and
classroom furnaces in 5 years.
Site Size: 4 Acres
Building Area: 39,400
Year Built: 1948, 1993
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: Mod - 1993
Current Capacity: 396
Current Enrollment: 346
Projected Enrollment 2007: 353
Capacity Shortage:
Dutch Hill Elementary School
Dutch Hill Elementary School is one of four
prototypical elementary schools built in the district in
the 1980’s and early 1990’s. The school features
exterior circulation, through an internal courtyard and
flat roofs. Built for first cost economy, many of the
schools systems such as the mechanical system
communications system and such items as casework and
hardware have reached the end of their useful life. The
scope of work at the school anticipates adding a new
pitched roof, insulation of exterior walls, new windows
and doors, a variety of interior improvements, site
work, a new mechanical system, and electrical and
communication upgrades. The school also requires
improvements such as the addition of a dedicated gym and
expanded library just to deliver the current educational
program without accommodating additional students.
Site Size: 15 Acres
Building Area: 40,860
Year Built: 1983
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 448
Current Enrollment: 527
Projected Enrollment 2007: 490
Capacity Shortage: 42
Emerson Elementary School
Emerson Elementary was constructed in 1966
with additions in 1966, and 1989. The school was
modernized in 1985 and is in generally good condition,
with wear noticeable to interior finishes. Improvements
recommended for the school include a new roof, patching
and painting inside and out, the addition of classroom
accessories such as tack boards and casework not
replaced in 1985, restroom upgrades, ADA and exiting
improvements, the addition of electrical and computer
outlets, and improvement of the playing fields. The
scope also includes funds for replacement of heat pumps
in 5 years. The addition of a gym is also included.
Site Size: 7.9 Acres
Building Area: 42,595
Year Built: 1954
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: Additions in 1958, 1966,
1989; Mod - 1985
Current Capacity: 480
Current Enrollment: 402
Projected Enrollment 2007: 484
Capacity Shortage: 4
Machias Elementary School
Machias Elementary School was built in 1970
with a classroom addition in 1980. It was built for
first cost economy so most of the school’s systems such
as the mechanical system communications system and such
items as casework and hardware need replacement.
Finishes in the building are worn as are plumbing
fixtures and hardware. Parking and traffic flow are
problems at the site. The scope of work at the school
anticipates adding a new pitched roof, insulation of
exterior walls, new windows and doors, a variety of
interior improvements, site work, a new mechanical
system, and electrical and communication upgrades. The
school also requires improvements such as the addition
of a dedicated gym and expanded kitchen and stage just
to deliver the current educational program without
accommodating additional students.
Site Size: 10 Acres
Building Area: 44,173
Year Built: 1970
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: Addition in 1980
Current Capacity: 448
Current Enrollment: 479
Projected Enrollment 2007: 456
Capacity Shortage: 8
Riverview Elementary School
Riverview Elementary School was built in 1966
and was used as a model for the construction of Machias
elementary. It received a classroom addition in 1970 and
a library addition in 1992. It was built for first cost
economy so most of the school’s systems such as the
mechanical system communications system and such items
as casework and hardware need replacement. Finishes in
the building are worn as are plumbing fixtures and
hardware. Parking and traffic flow are problems at the
site. The scope of work at the school anticipates adding
a new pitched roof, insulation of exterior walls, new
windows and doors, a variety of interior improvements,
site work, a new mechanical system, and electrical and
communication upgrades. The school also requires
improvements such as the addition of a dedicated gym and
expanded kitchen and stage just to deliver the current
educational program without accommodating additional
students.
Site Size: 10 Acres
Building Area: 42,046
Year Built: 1966
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: Addition in 1970, 1992
Current Capacity: 495
Current Enrollment: 376
Projected Enrollment 2007: 387
Capacity Shortage: -108
Seattle Hill Elementary School
Seattle Hill Elementary School is one of four
prototypical elementary schools built in the district in
the 1980’s and early 1990’s. The school features
exterior circulation, through an internal courtyard and
flat roofs. Built for first cost economy, many of the
schools systems such as the mechanical system
communications system and such items as casework and
hardware have reached the end of their useful life. The
scope of work at the school anticipates adding a new
pitched roof, insulation of exterior walls, new windows
and doors, a variety of interior improvements, site
work, a new mechanical system, and electrical and
communication upgrades. The school also requires
improvements such as the addition of a dedicated gym and
expanded library just to deliver the current educational
program without accommodating additional students.
Site Size: 10 Acres
Building Area: 40,860
Year Built: 1982
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 448
Current Enrollment: 683
Projected Enrollment 2007: 785
Capacity Shortage: 337
Totem Falls Elementary School
Totem Falls Elementary School is one of four
prototypical elementary schools built in the district in
the 1980’s and early 1990’s. The school features
exterior circulation, through an internal courtyard and
flat roofs. Built for first cost economy, many of the
schools systems such as the mechanical system
communications system and such items as casework and
hardware will need replacement in 10 more years. The
current improvements anticipated for the school are just
those required to keep systems operational at optimum
levels until system replacement is eventually
accomplished. They also include miscellaneous site
improvements. The school also requires improvements such
as the addition of a dedicated gym and expanded library
just to deliver the current educational program without
accommodating additional students.
Site Size: 10 Acres
Building Area: 43,380
Year Built: 1991
Useful Life 20 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Current Capacity: 519
Current Enrollment: 651
Projected Enrollment 2007: 655
Capacity Shortage: 136
Hal
Moe Pool
The Hal Moe Pool began as an outdoor pool
that was covered in 1991. At that time the original pool
house was renovated and incorporated into the expanded
building that surrounds the pool. The original building
was not built with materials appropriate to a pool
environment and so has deteriorated beyond their age
since the building was completed. In addition, the
operational requirements of the pool have changed,
making additions and modernization to areas such as
locker rooms and offices necessary. The scope of work
for the pool includes complete modernization of the
facility including new finishes, a new HVAC system, new
decking and a reorganization of the existing office and
locker areas. These improvements are in addition to the
partial roof replacement, heat exchanger replacement,
and other minor improvements accomplished through recent
Bonds.
Site Size: 1.12 Acres
Building Area: 17,926
Year Built: 1991
Useful Life 10 years
Additions and Modernizations: none
Overview & Contact
Information
Board
resolution
Committee members
Feedback from Community Forums (pdf)
Final Report to the School Board (pdf)
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