Ames superintendent talks high school construction

The top administrator in the Ames School District says the school board, and public, have a big decision to make on high school building costruction.  Superintendent Tim Taylor says they have a better idea of the costs and timelines associated with renovation and expansion of the existing, or construction of a new high school.  He says the old building comes with a smaller price tag--between $82 and $87 million, but will cost more to maintain in years to come. As for a new high school, he admits there is some sticker shock on a building that could cost anywhere from $95 to $105 million.  Whichever option is chosen, Taylor says the district would not have to ask for a bond issue--more tax money--to complete.


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