Residents of the William Floyd School District will have a unique opportunity to vote on a sweeping $78.5 million facilities capital improvement project that promises significant upgrades to their schools at no additional cost to local taxpayers.
The project’s zero-tax impact is made possible by a nearly 88% reimbursement by the state and the establishment of three Capital Reserve Funds over the past four years. “Because of smart and responsible fiscal planning, this project will be at zero additional cost to residents,” according to district spokesman James Montalto.
The proposed improvements will address aging infrastructure such as pavements, plumbing, and communication systems while expanding classroom spaces and modernizing learning environments, the school’s Board of Education noted. Specific projects include extensive renovations at the elementary schools, such as updated libraries and HVAC systems, and significant enhancements at the secondary level.
The high school will benefit from a 36,000-square-foot expansion to its award-winning Career and Technical Education (CTE) spaces, improved entrances, and upgraded science and music rooms. Meanwhile, the William Paca and William Floyd middle schools are slated for redesigns and upgrades to transform their facilities into state-of-the-art educational hubs.
In addition to the comprehensive list of repairs and new construction, the district’s five-year building condition survey, mandated by the New York State Education Department, has pinpointed key areas needing attention to maintain operational safety and compliance with state codes. These include improvements at the William Floyd, John S. Hobart, Moriches, Tangier Smith, and Nathaniel Woodhull elementary schools.
Voting will take place from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 26 at the William Floyd High School east lobby, located at 240 Mastic Beach Road, in Mastic Beach. “Residents are encouraged to participate in this crucial vote, which not only safeguards the quality of education and community resources but also leverages state funds and prudent local investments to keep costs low,” Montaldo said. An informational meeting will be held on March 18 at 6:30 at the high school library.
For more detailed information on the proposed plan, visit the Capital Project 2025 page on the district website at www.wfsd.k12.ny.us/parents-and-community/capital-project.