On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, residents of the Ripley Central School District will have an opportunity to vote on the 2026 Capital Project proposition. The proposed project is designed to ensure that our facilities are up to date, conducive for learning, and safe for both students and staff.

We encourage you to learn more about the proposed project at the Community Presentation on March 3, and to cast your vote on March 11.

What is included in the project?

Through the State-mandated Building Condition Survey process, we have identified high-priority needs to address educational program spaces, health and safety requirements, asset preservation, and infrastructure improvements. The project will address:

Educational program and student support spaces

·       Renovate 8 Bentley wing classrooms

·       Renovate Health Office

Building improvements and upgrades

·       Doors, frames and door hardware improvements

·       Wall restorations in classrooms and stairwells

·       Select flooring and ceiling replacements

·       Building window replacements

·       Roof replacements

·       Interior lighting replacements

·       Exit & emergency lighting upgrades

Mechanical and electrical systems

·       Air conditioning to portions of the building

·       Replace select boilers and pumps

·       Electrical service improvements and select interior electrical upgrades

·       Replace emergency generator and transfer switch

Infrastructure improvements:

·       Reconstruction at the loading dock area

·       Select exterior sidewalk reconstruction

·       Electrical improvements at Bus Garage

·       Installation of three Level 3 electrical bus chargers

How will this project affect my taxes?

It was a priority of the Board and our leadership team to be mindful of the financial impact of a new capital project on our Ripley community. As a result, through dutiful financial planning and optimization of State Building Aid and other available funding sources, we are able to propose the 2026 Capital Project with NO ADDITIONAL INCREASE TO TAXPAYERS.

Where can I learn more about the project?

All district residents are encouraged to attend the Community Presentation on March 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Superintendent’s Office. Detailed information about the project, including project scope and funding details, will be provided and regularly updated here on our web site and made available in school lobbies, mailed to residents, and communicated through our email and social media channels.