Bond Projects

The 2018 Capital Bond has added much needed capacity, easing overcrowding district wide, while also addressing equity issues. The bond provides for safety and security updates at all schools; Ruby Bridges Elementary school on Maltby Road; a new 30-classroom flexible use building on the Skyview Middle/Canyon Creek Elementary campus; and a Concert Hall at Inglemoor High School to support both instruction and production. Building systems upgrades, outdoor instructional areas and athletics spaces will also be included. More information related to 2018 Bond Projects can be found by clicking here.

Community passage of the February, 2014 bond has enabled the District to address critical capacity needs impacting our students and staff.  The bond has provided funding for grade reconfiguration to a K-5, 6-8 and 9-12 model, allowing more student access to specialized instructional resources.

North Creek High School - $130 million

• Constructed a new high school in the north end of the district to address significant enrollment growth
• Increased capacity allowed the district to move ninth graders to the high schools, enabling grade reconfiguration at both Middle School and High School buildings
• Opened Fall 2017

Woodinville High School Phase III - $17 million

• Completed modernization of the athletic wing
• The athletic wing remodel better utilizes the space by adding to the existing structure (gymnasium, weight room, locker rooms, training facilities and additional classrooms).
• The project also included updated flooring, bleachers and the sound system
• Completed modernization of the building housing technology, art, welding and Special Education programs
• Opened Fall 2016

Building Modernization Projects - $8.8 million

The Building Modernization Program (BMP) extends the useful life of existing facilities by updating and/or modernizing one or more building system components such as roofing, heating, and ventilation systems (HVAC), building environmental controls, flooring or other building elements. The BMP focuses on schools whose general structural condition is good and whose footprint meets current instructional program needs. Sites with multiple building components being replaced require broader planning to ensure resources are leveraged and staged in the most effective way.
 
In addition to extending the life of our facilities, the BMP also offers an opportunity to increase the energy effectiveness of the buildings in the District and reduce their carbon footprint.

Small Works and Code Related Projects - $7 million

Due to the dynamic nature of code requirements, changing student body and dynamic instructional needs, reserves for small projects are set up in each bond to fund projects for the upcoming four year period. Typically, these projects are under $250K.

Projects included the following:

• Building modifications to meet instructional needs driven by program relocation
• Portable modifications, upgrades and relocation
• Changes in circulation, fire alarm, fire hydrant, and electrical code requirements
• A structural upgrade at one middle school
• ADA upgrades

While difficult to project needs and timing, it appears that the funding requested in the 2014 bond will meet the needs of the District until the next bond in 2018.

Technology - $6.5 million

District-wide intrastructure upgrades, including  network expansion to support Bring Your Own Device technology, Classroom Audio, Interactive Boards, and network & server modernization

Fields, Tennis Courts, and Track Projects - $1.6 million

Skyview Middle School tennis courts were resurfaced to provide a safe playing surface for PE classes and team practice. Field turf at Bothell High School was replaced on the football field, soccer field and included track protection. Infield turf was replaced and outfield turf was installed at Bothell, Inglemoor and Woodinville High Schools with the goal of providing additional practice fields for 9th grade sports.

Kenmore Middle School will receive soccer field improvements and field turf at Canyon Park Middle School soccer field will be replaced summer of 2018.

Security - $1 million

Completed a comprehensive District-wide security study, upgraded intercom systems District-wide, implemented an Emergency Alert System, provided staff training and pre-planning for building security to be addressed in the 2018 Bond.

Bond Financing & Administrative Costs - $5.6 million

These are the legal, administrative, and financial costs of selling the bonds approved by district voters as well as the costs of managing the related projects of the Capital program. All bond sales have been completed for the 2014 bond period.

Woodinville High School Phase II - $72 million

• Replaced failing, undersized instructional facilities
• Improved security and site circulation by replacing the school's primary classroom building with a three-story instructional facility
• Theater and music areas were replaced with a new performing arts building
  • 49 general and science classrooms
  • Music and drama instructional areas
  • Teacher preparation rooms
  • Associated Student Body (ASB), counseling and administration offices
  • This project was completed on time and on budget.
• Completed on time and on budget
  • Classroom wing and administration building were completed in the fall of 2011
  • Performing arts wing was completed in October, 2012
  • New 450-seat theater was completed in December, 2012

Read the update on the 2010 bond project for Woodinville High School. (posted 6.2013)

Kenmore Junior High Phase III - $25 million

• Constructed new 2-story academic wing
  • Commons
  • Kitchen
  • Music
  • Technology
  • Includes a courtyard between the Administration building and the Gym
• Connects new construction with the existing buildings
• Improved site circulation
• Expanded parking
• Minor landscaping and site work
• Completed on time and on budget

Read the update on the 2010 bond project for Kenmore Junior High School. (posted 6/2013)

Stadium and other Field Projects -  $7 million

Pop Keeney Renovation

• Updated field lighting
• Replaced field turf
• Replaced visitor stands
• Constructed locker rooms, restrooms and concession facilities, included as part of the sale of the Ricketts complex to the City of Bothell
• Funded with a combination of proceeds from the sale of the district's downtown property to the City of Bothell and the 2010 Capital Projects Bond
• Construction began in early 2010 and was completed by the fall of the same year

Other District Field Projects

• Timbercrest Junior High football field
• Inglemoor track and tennis courts
• A number of turf fields are holding up better than expected, so the restoration schedule is being re-evaluated

Building Modernization Program - $19.8 million

The Building Modernization Program (BMP) extends the useful life of existing facilities by updating and/or modernizing one or more building system components such as roofing, heating, and ventilation systems (HVAC), building environmental controls, flooring or other building elements. The BMP focuses on schools whose general structural condition is good and whose footprint meets current instructional program needs. Sites with multiple building components being replaced require broader planning to ensure resources are leveraged and staged in the most effective way.
 
The District was able to supplement the $19.8 million in this category with $11 million in grants and additional District capital funds, which resulted in district wide utility meter upgrades with energy load management software, weatherization, as well as glazing replacements (window replacements to double pane windows) at Lockwood, East Ridge, Wellington and Bear Creek.

In addition to extending the life of our facilities, the BMP also offers an opportunity to increase the energy effectiveness of the buildings in the District and reduce their carbon footprint.

Technology - $10 million

Building and classroom infrastructure to provide for the growing need for access to the internet.

Small Works and Code Related Projects - $6.5 million

Due to the dynamic nature of code requirements, changing student body and dynamic instructional needs, reserves for small projects are set up in each bond to fund projects for the upcoming four year period. While difficult to project needs and timing, it appears that the funding requested in the 2010 bond will meet the needs of the District until the next bond in 2014.
 
Projects addressed:

• Freezer upgrades and replacements
• Building modifications to meet instructional needs driven by program relocation
• Portable modifications, upgrades and relocation
• Changes in circulation, code requirements, and special student needs

Land Acquisition & Planning - $2.5 million

Approximately 17 acres of land adjacent to Fernwood Elementary was purchased for just over $2 million. The land is located in an area that has experienced high growth in the last several years and that trend is projected to continue. This land, in addition to a piece of property already owned by the District adjacent to Fernwood Elementary, will serve as the site for the new high school.  
 
Further, this funding provides the architectural and consulting services necessary to design the facilities to support the Board of Directors October 23, 2012 decision to propose a new high school to the voters. Funds will also support district-wide grade reconfiguration to a K-5 elementary, 6-8 middle school and 9-12 high school model.

Bond Financing & Administrative Costs - $4.4 million

These are the legal, administrative, and financial costs of selling the bonds approved by district voters as well as the costs of managing the related projects. Administrative costs as a percentage are at three percent or less, running lower than previous years. All bond sales have been completed for the 2010 bond period.

Bothell High School Phase III - $35 million
Canyon Creek Elementary - $6.2 million
Fernwood Elementary - $6.2 million
Kenmore Junior High Phase II - $14 million
Secondary Academy of Success - $5 million
Woodinville High School Phase I - $18 million