2025 Capital Project PreReferendum
Proposed 2025 Capital Improvement Project: Preserving Our Assets for a Bright Future
As part of our commitment to students and responsible stewardship of community resources, Williamson Central School District is proposing a capital improvement project focused on asset preservation. A public referendum is planned for December 10, 2025, to address critical infrastructure needs identified in our 2022 Building Condition Survey.
This project aims to maintain safe, secure, and efficient learning environments for all students. Planning has been a collaborative effort with architects, our facilities director, and school user groups to prioritize the most essential upgrades. The proposed work is organized into two propositions.
Proposition 1 – District-Wide Asset Preservation
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Primary goal: Address aging infrastructure and maintain the core integrity of all school buildings.
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Scope: Work across Elementary, Middle, and High Schools on fundamental systems essential to daily operations and long-term facility health.
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Focus areas:
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Roof replacements and repairs
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Mechanical systems (e.g., heating)
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Plumbing systems
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Purpose: Maintain safe, secure, and efficient school buildings for students and staff.
Proposition 2: Athletic Field Improvements (Contingent upon approval of Prop 1)
Building upon the foundational work in Proposition 1, this second proposition addresses improvements to our athletic facilities. This work will only proceed if Proposition 1 is approved by voters.
Scope of Work for Proposition 2: High School Baseball and Softball Fields: This proposition focuses on necessary upgrades to the baseball and softball fields at the High School.
A Sound Financial Plan
Our district has a history of prudent and sound financial planning, and this project is no exception. We are leveraging several strategies to ensure this essential asset preservation work is TAX NEUTRAL and has no impact on the tax levy.
Key financial considerations include:
• High State Building Aid: The district anticipates an approximate 84% state aid ratio on eligible expenses, significantly reducing the local cost.
• Use of Reserves: We plan to utilize our Capital Reserve to offset project costs.
• Strong Financial Standing: Our planning considers existing debt levels and the district’s high bond credit rating to manage the project's financial impact responsibly.
Key financial considerations include:
• High State Building Aid: The district anticipates an approximate 84% state aid ratio on eligible expenses, significantly reducing the local cost.
• Use of Reserves: We plan to utilize our Capital Reserve to offset project costs.
• Strong Financial Standing: Our planning considers existing debt levels and the district’s high bond credit rating to manage the project's financial impact responsibly.
Timeline of Next Steps
- November 5: CIP Presentation to BOE
- November: District sends mailers to voters.
- December 3: Capital Project Public Hearing.
- December 10: Proposed Referendum Vote Date
This project represents a proactive and financially responsible approach to maintaining our community's investment in its schools.
We will continue to share more details as planning progresses.
SEI Presentation to BOE, 9/17/2025
CIP Presentation to BOE, 10/15
Proposed Capital Project - Prevote - Financial Report
Superintendent Report: Proposed 2025 Capital Improvement Project
SEI Presentation to BOE, 7/2/2025
