New Middle School Information Session

The Concord School District held an informational session on October 8, 2025, to discuss the design, cost estimates, and tax impact of a new middle school construction project. Architects presented the site plan, building features including geothermal heating and cooling, solar panels for net-zero energy, and a compact footprint designed to improve efficiency and meet state standards. The total project cost was estimated at approximately $168.8 million, with construction costs around $141 million and soft costs of $27 million. Value engineering options and early bid packages were discussed to manage costs. The tax impact was detailed, showing an initial increase in property taxes with a declining debt schedule over 30 years. Community members raised questions about asbestos abatement, EV charging infrastructure, comparisons to other school projects, and the challenges of building on loose soil requiring seismic stabilization. The board emphasized the need to move forward with the project due to escalating costs and structural issues with the existing school. The next public hearing was scheduled for October 23, 2025, to gather further community input.