Akron’s $85 million North High School project faces rising costs
What does $85 million get Akron Public Schools? According to Hasenstab Architects, it’s not enough to build the version of North High School that the Akron Board of Education approved in February. During Wednesday evening’s lengthy Finance and Capital Management committee meeting, architect Brandi Fry asked board members to choose from three options that amounted to keeping amenities initially promised or staying within the budget. She also told board members it’s not possible to keep the project they previously approved at an $85 million price tag. The shift from what the board already approved this year came as a surprise…
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Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
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