Robinson School building Committee - November 10th, 2026 | Westford, MA

The Westford Robinson School Building Committee meeting, called to order as the November 10 meeting (recording metadata lists November 12, 2026), approved the October 27 minutes and unanimously approved a $13,953 invoice from Vertex. The committee discussed a revised project schedule that moves the planned MSBA submission from December to February 2027, allowing more time to study alternatives and obtain cost estimates. Estimates for the revised design options are scheduled to go to the cost estimators on November 16; the committee expects to review a cost comparison in January. No school design or construction option was selected, and no project-wide budget or construction contract award was reported.

The design team presented updated Abbott-site alternatives, including integrating the existing Abbott building into the school project, new construction, and possible space for preschool and district offices. Members discussed renovation costs and code requirements, town-wide space needs, project phasing, and the potential use of Robinson as temporary preschool space. The committee emphasized that the options remain conceptual and that further analysis—including traffic and cost review—is needed. Community information sessions were announced for the following week.