Overview & Planning

Bond Planning and Oversight Committee

Charge
Evaluate and give input on the planning of the OKCPS bond authorization, ultimately making a recommendation to Superintendent Polk & Board of Education.  Provide ongoing oversight of the District use of bond funds and the progress of projects.

Topics of Discussion

Bond Goals

• Appropriately fund recurring expenses, maintenance items, capital improvements, and other facility management programs.

• Renovate and maintain our buildings' exterior, making certain we have safe, dry, and comfortable spaces throughout the District.

• Create spaces that support, transform, and accommodate a variety of learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.

• Eliminate all temporary buildings and to restore rooms to their originally designed purpose.

• Update security systems and emergency programs, including but not limited to storm shelters, sprinkle coverage, and secured access.

• Provide buildings with adequate mechanical systems to support an inviting learning environment.

• Address aging infrastructure, drainage, and moisture issues as we implement water conservation and other environmentally friendly guidelines.

• Adjust our electrical needs to meet current technology and energy safety standards.

• Ensure all students and staff have the educational technology needed to support 21st century learning in and away from our buildings.

• Provide all our students with equitable access to safe and reliable transportation.