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Capital Projects
The following projects were established as a result of multiple Bond Steering Committee Meetings. These meetings reviewed and analyzed multiple points of data to establish and discuss Manitou Springs School District needs and desires moving into the future. The process included analyzing the facility needs of the District. Multiple ideas for each project were reviewed by the group and proposed solutions were established.
These improvement projects were developed through a collaborative process with RTA and the Bond Steering Committee. Each project below responds to deficiencies and needs that were identified through the research and investigation phase of the master planning process.
Estimates identified for each project are concept planning cost of construction estimates provided by RTA Architects. Construction soft costs and contingencies are also included to create an overall estimate of probable project cost. Due to current fluctuation in the construction market, it is difficult to accurately project these costs too far into the future. As a result, these costs are based on July of 2025 costs and do not include any escalation beyond 2027.
Ute Pass Elementary School
Internal classrooms will benefit from daylight with new tubular daylight devices.
In addition to the most urgent items on the Condition Analysis Matrix, the Facilities Advisory Committee identified restrooms as the greatest need for improvement. Also, several interior classrooms lack natural daylight. The existing toilet rooms will be remodeled or added to the main building. Toilet rooms in the out-buildings will be updated and be available for spectators when the baseball fields are in use. Additionally, the locker rooms at the Auxiliary Gym will be getting a new entry point so the baseball teams can access those facilities during games. This will activate an underutilized space.
Identified Projects:
Ortega Middle School Improvements
Complete a building remodel and a two-classroom addition to increase the number of toilets available. This project will rearrange classrooms so new group toilets can be added in a central location. An addition at the northwest wing will be required to offset the lost classrooms. The building improvements would also include installation of tubular daylight devices (i.e. Sola Tubes) to the remaining interior classrooms.
The outbuildings also require restroom updates. The Gymnastics / Shop Building and the STEM Building will get updated ADA compliant toilets. In addition, exterior accessible toilets and a concessions room will be added to the STEM building to support activities at the baseball fields. Finally, the toilet building at the football field will be razed and a new toilet building will be built.
Entry points will be provided directly into the Auxiliary Gymnasium locker rooms, to support teams during baseball games.
The Gymnastics / Shop Building will get an addition to increase the space for gymnastics and create an additional open space classroom for Robotics, Shop or an additional teaching space opportunity.
Ortega Middle School Cost Summary:
Square Footage Summary:
- Renovation Area: 2,954 square feet
- Approximate New Building Area: 2,790 square feet
- Gymnastics Addition: 3,000 square feet; Renovation: 225 square feet
- STEM Addition: 650 square feet; Renovation: 610 square feet
Manitou Elementary School
In addition to the most urgent items on the Condition Analysis Matrix, the Facilities Advisory Committee identified restrooms as the greatest need for improvement. Also, several interior classrooms lack natural daylight. The existing toilet rooms will be remodeled or added to the main building. Toilet rooms in the out-buildings will be updated and be available for spectators when the baseball fields are in use. Additionally, the locker rooms at the Auxiliary Gym will be getting a new entry point so the baseball teams can access those facilities during games. This will activate an underutilized space.
Internal classrooms will benefit from daylight with new tubular daylight devices.
Identified Projects:
Ortega Middle School Improvements
Complete a building remodel and a two-classroom addition to increase the number of toilets available. This project will rearrange classrooms so new group toilets can be added in a central location. An addition at the northwest wing will be required to offset the lost classrooms. The building improvements would also include installation of tubular daylight devices (i.e. Sola Tubes) to the remaining interior classrooms.
The outbuildings also require restroom updates. The Gymnastics / Shop Building and the STEM Building will get updated ADA compliant toilets. In addition, exterior accessible toilets and a concessions room will be added to the STEM building to support activities at the baseball fields. Finally, the toilet building at the football field will be razed and a new toilet building will be built.
Entry points will be provided directly into the Auxiliary Gymnasium locker rooms, to support teams during baseball games.
The Gymnastics / Shop Building will get an addition to increase the space for gymnastics and create an additional open space classroom for Robotics, Shop or an additional teaching space opportunity.
Ortega Middle School Cost Summary:
Square Footage Summary:
- Renovation Area: 2,954 square feet
- Approximate New Building Area: 2,790 square feet
- Gymnastics Addition: 3,000 square feet; Renovation: 225 square feet
- STEM Addition: 650 square feet; Renovation: 610 square feet
Manitou Middle School
Internal classrooms will benefit from daylight with new tubular daylight devices.
In addition to the most urgent items on the Condition Analysis Matrix, the Facilities Advisory Committee identified restrooms as the greatest need for improvement. Also, several interior classrooms lack natural daylight. The existing toilet rooms will be remodeled or added to the main building. Toilet rooms in the out-buildings will be updated and be available for spectators when the baseball fields are in use. Additionally, the locker rooms at the Auxiliary Gym will be getting a new entry point so the baseball teams can access those facilities during games. This will activate an underutilized space.
Identified Projects:
Ortega Middle School Improvements
Complete a building remodel and a two-classroom addition to increase the number of toilets available. This project will rearrange classrooms so new group toilets can be added in a central location. An addition at the northwest wing will be required to offset the lost classrooms. The building improvements would also include installation of tubular daylight devices (i.e. Sola Tubes) to the remaining interior classrooms.
The outbuildings also require restroom updates. The Gymnastics / Shop Building and the STEM Building will get updated ADA compliant toilets. In addition, exterior accessible toilets and a concessions room will be added to the STEM building to support activities at the baseball fields. Finally, the toilet building at the football field will be razed and a new toilet building will be built.
Entry points will be provided directly into the Auxiliary Gymnasium locker rooms, to support teams during baseball games.
The Gymnastics / Shop Building will get an addition to increase the space for gymnastics and create an additional open space classroom for Robotics, Shop or an additional teaching space opportunity.
Ortega Middle School Cost Summary:
Square Footage Summary:
- Renovation Area: 2,954 square feet
- Approximate New Building Area: 2,790 square feet
- Gymnastics Addition: 3,000 square feet; Renovation: 225 square feet
- STEM Addition: 650 square feet; Renovation: 610 square feet
Manitou High School
In addition to the most urgent items on the Condition Analysis Matrix, the Facilities Advisory Committee identified restrooms as the greatest need for improvement. Also, several interior classrooms lack natural daylight. The existing toilet rooms will be remodeled or added to the main building. Toilet rooms in the out-buildings will be updated and be available for spectators when the baseball fields are in use. Additionally, the locker rooms at the Auxiliary Gym will be getting a new entry point so the baseball teams can access those facilities during games. This will activate an underutilized space.
Internal classrooms will benefit from daylight with new tubular daylight devices.
Identified Projects:
Ortega Middle School Improvements
Complete a building remodel and a two-classroom addition to increase the number of toilets available. This project will rearrange classrooms so new group toilets can be added in a central location. An addition at the northwest wing will be required to offset the lost classrooms. The building improvements would also include installation of tubular daylight devices (i.e. Sola Tubes) to the remaining interior classrooms.
The outbuildings also require restroom updates. The Gymnastics / Shop Building and the STEM Building will get updated ADA compliant toilets. In addition, exterior accessible toilets and a concessions room will be added to the STEM building to support activities at the baseball fields. Finally, the toilet building at the football field will be razed and a new toilet building will be built.
Entry points will be provided directly into the Auxiliary Gymnasium locker rooms, to support teams during baseball games.
The Gymnastics / Shop Building will get an addition to increase the space for gymnastics and create an additional open space classroom for Robotics, Shop or an additional teaching space opportunity.
Ortega Middle School Cost Summary:
Square Footage Summary:
- Renovation Area: 2,954 square feet
- Approximate New Building Area: 2,790 square feet
- Gymnastics Addition: 3,000 square feet; Renovation: 225 square feet
- STEM Addition: 650 square feet; Renovation: 610 square feet
SILC Building
The elementary school campus was completed in 2010 and the buildings are in good condition; the campus supports two buildings – the K-2 and the 3-5. There are a few items on the Condition Analysis Matrix that need attention. These items include upgrades to the mechanical and electrical systems, door hardware and security cameras. The site requires the southeast lot to be paved to improve staff parking conditions.
Manitou Sports Fields
The elementary school campus was completed in 2010 and the buildings are in good condition; the campus supports two buildings – the K-2 and the 3-5. There are a few items on the Condition Analysis Matrix that need attention. These items include upgrades to the mechanical and electrical systems, door hardware and security cameras. The site requires the southeast lot to be paved to improve staff parking conditions.
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