Community Approves Special Vote Proposition

Residents of the Brighton Central School District approved a proposition in a special vote on Dec. 4. 2024.

The proposition was approved 425 to 126 (77%). The proposition authorizes the appropriation of $19,125,000 for building and site improvements at Council Rock Primary School. The proposition also authorizes the District to withdraw $3,000,000 from the existing capital reserve fund. The balance of $16,125,000 would be paid through local taxes and state aid. The estimated future tax impact on homes assessed at $250,000 is $18.00 per year.

The scope of the project is as follows: 

• Provide consistent learning environments by upgrading 31 classrooms. This includes: flooring and wall improvements, door replacement, flexible storage, toilet room upgrades, and lighting and electrical upgrades.
• Expanding the southeast playground and making it more inclusive and accessible.
• Flooring, door, and wall tile replacement in the west, east, and south wing corridors, including abatement as necessary.
• Roof reconstruction for the art room and northwest wing.
• Installation of a turf physical education space to provide increased opportunities for active outdoor play and exercise. 

“We’re exceptionally grateful for the community’s continued support,” Superintendent Dr. Kevin McGowan said. “We’re excited that we can now move ahead with exciting improvements at Council Rock and continue our ongoing capital work focused on providing all students with a learning environment commensurate with the excellent experience they are being provided each day.”