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Meeting Date:
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5/6/2021 - 6:00 PM
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Category:
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Discussion Topics
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Type:
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Info
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Subject:
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Land Acquisition & Space Needs
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ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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Goal 4: Strategic Resource Allocation ACPS will strategically provide differentiated resources and supports to schools and departments.
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Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable)
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File Attachment:
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Agenda Item Summary:
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This presentation is an overview of the system-wide space needs of ACPS in the near term, updates on land available to ACPS through city development, and existing space leases. Current space needs include the Maintenance Warehouse, Transportation Center, Swing Space (if deemed necessary for the next two elementary projects), Chance for Change, and a new 600-student school. Please note that, due to funding constraints, all of these are not reflected in the School Board’s FY 22-31 CIP.
Options for land acquisition through the City’s land development process include North Potomac Yard, Landmark, Eisenhower East, Simpson Fields, and Greenhill. This presentation also includes an update on the status of leases for Central Office, the Maintenance Warehouse, and Chance for Change. Essential questions for discussion during the Board meeting and the future of land acquisition for ACPS include:
● Do we want to work on establishing a strategic process for land acquisition?
● Should ACPS use real estate assistance to help secure property?
● What is the long-term approach for existing leases?
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Background:
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Enrollment in ACPS is expected to grow by 1,800 students in the next ten years and many schools already operate at or over their measured capacity. In addition to modernization of existing facilities, ACPS continues to look for land opportunities to address capacity needs for all school levels. It is critical that the School Board is prepared to act as opportunities become available, considering Alexandria is only 15.3 square miles and we have limited land availability. Additionally, ACPS will have land available which is dedicated through the City’s land development process in the next ten years and will need to determine uses at these sites.
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Recommendation:
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The Superintendent recommends that the School Board receive and review information on land acquisition and process.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Dr. Alicia Hart - Executive Director of Facilities and Operations
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Signed By:
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Dominic Turner - Chief Financial Officer
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Signed By:
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Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. - Superintendent
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