PROGRESS

We are making progress on the facility improvements across the district that were all a part of the referendum!

Parking lot paving is expected within the next week, with a final layer of asphalt to follow after roofing is complete.
Track resurfacing will begin soon.
At the elementary school, an ice shield is being installed on the 4th and 5th grade wing, and new exterior panels are expected early next week.
Work continues on upgrading the PA system.
Installation of football field lights is anticipated in August!
LED lighting upgrades in both buildings are also nearing completion.
Carpet and flooring upgrades are almost finished in both buildings.
Our custodial crew is also busy working hard to clean the inside of both buildings.

We’re grateful for your continued support (and patience with the messes) as these projects move forward! #EveryKnightEveryDay

INVESTING in TOMORROW'S WORLD | Referendum 2024

Lake Crystal Wellcome Memorial (LCWM) Schools have growing needs in maintenance and upkeep to our facilities and grounds. Long Term Facilities Maintenance (LTFM) funds are not sufficient for the district to keep up with the costly repairs. On November 5, voters will be asked to vote to approve a $6.5 million bond referendum to assist in funding these projects.

THE NEED & THE PLAN

Restore & Replace our Aging Facilities

The original 1971 elementary building has served our community well! Parts of the original building and surrounding grounds are in need of updating and replacing for the health and safety of our students and staff.

If approved..

If approved, the District will repair parking lots, drives, and sidewalks, replace roof sections on both buildings, replace flooring in the Elementary Media Center, update lighting to LED lights.

"Play" Surface Updates

Our athletic complexes serve our community well and host a multitude of activities throughout the year. Opportunities are limited with lighting and there are safety concerns due to the condition of our complexes. The asphalt play surface at the elementary also needs repairs.

If approved...

If approved, the District will complete football field & track repairs, replace and add lighting to football and baseball fields, and repair the elementary’s asphalt play surface.

Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC Repairs

Classrooms have not been heated or cooled properly at times because of failing units as many of them were put into place when the buildings were new.

If approved...

If approved, the District will repair & replace boiler units, water softeners, sump pump, exhaust fans for heating and cooling, and other miscellaneous components.