$150 million approved for Bedford County Public Schools improvements

BEDFORD, Va. (WSET) — Bedford County School Board approved a $150 million capital improvement plan, or CIP, over a 10-year period.

It includes $12.8 million for the 2023 fiscal year.

Dr. Mac Duis, the COO for Bedford County Public Schools said the money is going to, “The kinds of things that lots of people don't notice every single day, but really keep facilities running well."

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The money will be mainly be used for maintenance improvements:

• HVAC system replacements
• Roof repairs/replacements
• Renovations of older schools
• Auditorium renovations at Staunton River High School and Liberty High School
• Athletic facility upgrades
• System life cycle schedules for areas such as asphalt, flooring, and painting

Dr. Duis also mentioned that a large portion of the money this year is going to heating and air conditioning improvements, which are set to be completed in time for the new school year this fall.

The full press release from the school district can be found below.