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High St., Columbus, OH 43206 SCHOOLS Continued from page 1 Warner said the creation of the Master Facility Plan could take at least a year and the plan must be approved by the board. He said steps in the process include: hiring a company to complete updated enrollment projections; an architect to complete a facilities assessment to explore what buildings could be renovated, expanded, or replaced; and the creation of the Master Facility Plan that includes input from and engages with the community. Warner said the district will follow Ohio Facilities Construction Commission guidelines in creating the Master Facility Plan. “We do not know when funding from the OFCC will be available so we want to get ahead,” said Warner. “We need space due to our growth and it will be good to have a plan ready for when the OFCC says money is available.” As of October 2021 (the customary time frame the Ohio Department of Education uses to calculate enrollment), the district had 6,271 students. In comparison, enrollment was 5,569 in 2015-16. “Overcrowding is the central issue we’re facing, but other factors that must be considered in the facilities planning process include the age, condition, efficiency, adaptability, and cost to maintain our existing elementary and middle schools,” said Warner. “It’s important to keep all of these factors in the forefront of the discussion.” According to Warner, the district has 24 modular classrooms in use. There is a single quad-classroom unit at Groveport Elementary, two double-classroom units at Asbury Elementary and Dunloe Elementary, FREE COVID TESTING HERE PCR & RAPID No appointment Needed • No Insurance Needed ALL WALK-INS WELCOME! DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00pm-6:30om LOCATION: 4900 Hendron Rd., Groveport, OH 43125 (Cuthbert Greenhouse) www.columbusmessenger.com and six double-classroom units at Sedalia Elementary. District officials indicated it is not known at this time as to when a bond issue to fund new schools or school improvements could appear before the voters on the ballot. Buildings’ capacity and enrollments Here are the capacity and enrollments (as of December 2021) for Groveport Madison’s elementary and middle schools (a new 240,000 square foot, 1,500 student high school opened in 2018): •Asbury Elementary — Built in 1963 with additions in 1968 and 1969. Enrollment, 476. Functional capacity, 425. •Dunloe Elementary — Built in 1967 with additions in 1968 and 1969. Enrollment, 448. Functional capacity, 425. •Glendening Elementary — Built in 1968 with addition in 1974. Enrollment, 455. Functional capacity, 425. •Groveport Elementary — Built in 1923. Enrollment, 417. Functional capacity, 425. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. •Madison Elementary — Built in 1967 with additions in 1968 and 1969. Enrollment, 354. Functional capacity, 425. •Sedalia Elementary — Built in 1969 with addition in 1974. Enrollment, 562. Functional capacity, 446. •Middle School North — Built in 1975. Enrollment, 495. Functional capacity, 425. •Middle School South — Built in 1975. Enrollment, 466. Functional capacity, 425. •Middle School Central — Built in stages as a high school between 1952-56. Enrollment, 448. Functional capacity, 425. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. However, since December, Warner said now every building in the district, except for Madison Elementary, is over capacity. (Functional capacity is 85 percent of original design capacity and reflects modern requirements for classroom space and programming. Source: Groveport Madison Schools.) Refinancing saves district money Groveport Madison Treasurer Felicia Drummey told the Groveport Madison Board of Education on Jan. 26 that the district was able to save money by refinancing some of its debt. “It’s real money,” said Drummey. “It’s real savings.” She said the refinancing lowered the interest cost on the new high school from 4.1 percent to 2.98 percent, which is an estimated total cash savings over the remaining term of bonds of $5.3 million, or about $206,790 per year starting in 2023. Additionally, the refinancing of the administrative District Service Center building lowered the interest cost from 3.69 percent to 2.26 percent, which is an estimated total cash savings over the remaining term of $813,285, or about $62,000 per year starting in 2023. School board meetings The Groveport Madison Board of Education meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the District Service Center, 4400 Marketing Place, Suite B, Groveport. The board may also schedule special meetings, as needed.
www.columbusmessenger.com More Main Street development By Rick Palsgrove Groveport Editor The two large commercial buildings currently being built in downtown Groveport are not the only development being planned for Main Street. Groveport City Council is considering legislation to amend the zoning for the 1.19 acre property located at 325 Main St. from urban residential to select commercial planned. In paperwork filed with the city, the property’s owners, Aaron and Katherine Carroll, are proposing to construct two, two story mixed use commercial buildings in two phases with business space on the first floor and residential space on the second floor. Phase 1 would be one 5,200 square foot building and be expected to be completed in 24 months. Phase 2 would be a 5,800 square foot building and also include demolishing the existing more than century old, approximately 1,100 square foot, single family residence on the site. There is no projected completion schedule yet for Phase 2. “The plan is to develop two buildings on the site but not at the same time,” said Groveport Development Director Jeff Green. “I would anticipate construction commencing in the spring.” Green said currently the plan calls for six residential units on the second floor of each building. It is anticipated there will be 38 parking spaces on the site. “The developer and his wife are dentists and will have their practice on the first floor and an optometrist will occupy the LEASES Continued from page 1 special business market use. “There is interest in this project,” said Ross. As of the Messenger’s press time of Feb. 2, the remaining leases had not been signed. “Both Preston’s and Mmelo experienced some reluctance from a couple of their investors that they’re currently working around,” said Groveport Development Director Jeff Green. When asked what the city’s next step would be to fill the spaces in the building if these businesses do not sign the leases, Green said, “We will continue to market the spaces to restaurants in the central Ohio market. We have already been approached by one prospective tenant.” Council viewpoints Here are city council members’ thoughts (in alphabetical order) regarding the lease negotiations: •Shawn Cleary: “I originally was in favor of only constructing one building as part of this project, however, I do see the potential of having both buildings. I’m concerned what our next steps would be if we don’t get the signed leases, especially in the economic climate we are in these days. •Ed Dildine: “I have the confidence in our City administration to get leases signed if not with our original prospects remainder of the first floor space,” said Green. According to the filed paperwork, the proposed mixed use development is “compatible with existing and future land uses.” It notes Main Street consists of a mix of residential and commercial uses along its length, including across the street from this property. It states the plan includes a “recommended residential use in compliance with the future land use plan” and also includes a commercial use that “compliments the neighborhood commercial scale of Main Street.” “The mixed use development will help blend the development with its neighboring residential uses while also providing the commercial use for the changing Main Street corridor,” reads the filing paperwork. The city’s planning and zoning commission will discuss the rezoning request and development plan for the property at its meeting on Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building, 655 Blacklick St. Other news •Council heard the second reading of legislation regarding the city’s annual street maintenance program. The city’s 2022 budget includes $300,000 for the program plus $75,000 for drainage improvements. Groveport City Administrator B.J. King said the program includes crack sealing several streets as well as repaving Briar Grove Drive. There are also improvements planned for Hickory Alley west of College Street and Hickory Alley east of Brook Alley. but with others who are interested. This is uncharted territory for all of us in these uncertain times. This is a project I strongly believe in for the growth of our city.” •Jean Ann Hilbert: “My hope is to have both businesses locate in Groveport.” •Becky Hutson: “I’m not too concerned, however, time is ticking and they are moving at a great pace. With the economic and shortage situation I understand their hesitation to sign. I’m looking forward to honey chicken and Preston’s. I’m sticking with build it and they will come. We are a great city and these are awesome opportunities.” •Scott Lockett: “We are cautiously optimistic that Preston’s and Mmelo will sign leases for spaces at Wert’s Grove. If they aren’t signed soon we will have no choice but to look for other possible tenants. I remain optimistic we will be able to lease out Wert’s Grove and provide our residents with the types of businesses they have requested.” •Jack Rupp: “I understand our prospects want to proceed with caution and measure their risk. We must recognize the risk to city, this is a considerable investment for Groveport. If it does not pay off, it could easily affect our ability to provide city services at their current levels. It’s imperative that we secure leases.” Township Police statistics December crime statistics from the Madison Township Police: 3 accidents with injuries, 6 animal complaints, 3 assaults, 73 patrol security checks Brobst Park, 3 burglary, 21 domestic complaints, 7 drunk, 2 fireworks complaints, 10 hit skip accidents, 11 juvenile complaints, 12 larceny/theft, 3 missing persons, 56 parking violations, 2 person with gun, 20 property damage accidents, 5 shots fired in area, 5 suspicious cars, 27 suspicious persons, 21 suspicious persons/vehicles, 9 threats or harassment, 104 traffic stops, and 5 vandalism. (Previously the Brobst Park statistic was incorrectly described.) February 6, 2022 - GROVEPORT MESSENGER - PAGE 3 Messenger delivery with Sunday Dispatch to end Due to delivery changes being made by the Columbus Dispatch to its Sunday edition, your Messenger newspaper will soon no longer be delivered in with your Sunday Dispatch. 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