24-02-2025
Informational meeting on new high school in Agawam: What to know
AGAWAM, Mass. (WWLP) – The town of Agawam is planning for construction to start on the new high school.
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The town is holding a meeting Monday night to give an update on the plans before work is expected to start in April. Last summer, the Massachusetts School Building Authority approved the new high school, allowing Agawam access to $96.8 million in state funding.
The over 230,000 square foot, two-story building is estimated cost $229.9 million. As mentioned, just under $97 million will be funded from the state and $129.4 million will be the cost from the town, equal to an average annual tax increase of $465-$488 per residential taxpayer over 30 years.
Back in June, the town held a special vote to raise the property taxes for the school where it was approved by residents. Mayor Chris Johnson says at the meeting Monday night, residents will be able to learn about the building construction and the schedule
Everyone is welcome to attend and it's set for Monday night at 6:30 at the Agawam Public Library.
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