May 2022 Energy Savings Projects
Chiller Replacement at North Syracuse Junior High School
Due to the failure and obsolescence of a critical component of the building’s air conditioning system, it has been determined that the chiller system at North Syracuse Junior High School needs to be replaced. With voter approval, the District can take full advantage of available state aid to replace this failing unit through a capital project. The total cost of the project is $1.4 million. The District’s fund balance will be used to cover the local share of the project cost. Therefore, there will be no increase in the local tax levy for this proposition.
Energy Performance Contract
Across the country, energy costs have risen dramatically. The North Syracuse Central School District recently participated in a NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority ) grant program to assess measures that will significantly reduce energy usage. For proposition #4, the District is asking for voter support for a $7.5 million initiative to convert outdated lighting systems to LED (light-emitting diode) and make energy saving enhancements to antiquated building systems. The total cost of this project will be paid for with state aid and funds from the District’s fund balance. There will be no increase in the local tax levy for this proposition and the savings for years to come will pay for the enhancements.
