The possibility of closing Milford and Grandview Elementary Schools plus the Heim, Hauge and existing Early Childhood facility was a discussion topic for the Board of Education Monday evening.
No final decisions have been made. In fact there is a lengthy process that would have to be followed.
Per pupil expenditures are higher in Milford and Grandview Elementary than in other schools. Dr. Reginald Eggleston, Superintendent of Schools, said that the Board would normally have to approve a resolution stating that it is interested or willing to close a facility. "Then we would have to have hearings in order to give the general public an opportunity to come in and speak." After that the Board would then make a decision.
Eggleston also noted that the Board could consider for example, that the Heim and Hauge buildings are being vacated for a new facility.
Advantages for closing Milford and Grandview would include a reduction in overhead expense and for transferring staff to fill vacancies within the district as 475 transitions into another school year. The closures could also possibly help the district become eligible for heavy impact aid in the future, which could help meet facility needs.
The Board could possibly consider making a decision in December.