JFAC Recommendations for Amherst Schools
After evaluating the options in detail, the following represent the recommendations of the Joint Facilities Advisory Committee.
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Build New Elementary School
A new building to be constructed on the Wilkins lot behind the current Wilkins school. The new facility will house Pre-K through 5th Grade.
*COSTS AND DESIGNS UNDER REVIEW AND REFINEMENT WITH SAU, JFAC, ASB, and BANWELL ARCHITECTS
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Renovate / Refurbish AMS
Improve current AMS with significant renovations and repairs resulting in a completely new interior using the existing building structure.
*COSTS AND DESIGNS UNDER REVIEW AND REFINEMENT WITH SAU, JFAC, ASB, and BANWELL ARCHITECTS
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Partial Renovation SHS
Make the bare minimum critical repairs as needed and revisit the facility needs in the future. SHS is a younger building (1991 & 2002 annex) and