Harborfields Voters Decide On Building Improvements Bond Referendum

GREENLAWN, NY — Voters in the Harborfields Central School District approved a resolution to fund various infrastructure projects throughout the district at a special vote held Tuesday, the school district announced.

The referendum was approved by a vote of 813-171.

"Thank you to all residents who took the time to vote on this project and offer their input over the past several months," Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rory Manning said in a news release. "Wewill continue to keep the community updated on the progress of the projects as we move forward. Once again, thank you for your support!"

At all four buildings, roofs will be replaced or repaired, representing the bulk of the project. Additionally, masonry, sidewalk, asphalt and curb repairs will be completed, and door ajar sensors will be installed to doors for added security, according to the district.

Also planned is the replacement of auditorium seating, the installation of lights to the stadium field and the addition of air conditioning to the south gymnasium. Additionally, two tennis courts and the outdoor track will be replaced and select student bathrooms will be renovated. Improvements will also be made to several classrooms, as well as the student courtyard.

At Oldfield Middle School, the outdoor track will be replaced, to include new fencing. In addition to other infrastructure work, two music rooms will be renovated, parking lot gates will be installed and the tennis courts will be repaired.

Additional work at Thomas J. Lahey Elementary includes the addition of security fencing and parking lot gates, replacement of interior doors, the installation of new playground equipment and safety surfacing, enhancements to classrooms and the addition of an asphalt basketball area for students.

At Washington Drive Primary School, work would also include the installation of additional parking, the installation of new playground equipment and safety surfacing, and the installation of parking lot security gates.