Public gets first look at potential GBAPS referendum project list [Video]

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The public had their first opportunity to sound off on the Green Bay Area Public School district’s new $183 million referendum proposal.

District officials held two informational and public input sessions on Tuesday at the Neville Public Museum.

The referendum includes $183 million worth of projects that fit into two categories.

Safety & Security Projects:

School Consolidation Projects:

As part of their boundary change work, school officials have permanently closed six elementary schools in the district. Beaumont, Chappell, Doty, Lincoln and Red Smith will welcome those students from the elementary students slated to close which is why they need the additions and remodeling projects done.

The new elementary school on the Kennedy Elementary School site will welcome students from Keller, Kennedy, and some students from MacArthur.

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