04-03-2025
Loudonville-Perrysville Schools team with local expert for new facilities plan
The Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village School District is collaborating with a local construction expert to consult on its Revised Master Facilities Plan.
Joseph Shrock, of Shrock Premier Custom Construction based in Loudonville, brings decades of experience to the project, according to an announcement from the district.
'We are incredibly fortunate to have someone of Mr. Shrock's experience and integrity consulting on this initiative,' Superintendent Jennifer Allerding said in the announcement. 'His willingness to offer expertise on our plans and materials costs, while offering to bid on aspects of the project that align with his company's expertise, reflects his commitment to community and giving back. We truly appreciate his willingness to share his expertise to help us make informed decisions.'
Shrock Premier Custom Construction, founded in the 1960s by Shrock's father, Melvin Shrock, is known for residential and commercial projects in areas including Ashland, Wooster, Medina and Columbus.
'After reviewing the plan with Superintendent Allerding, it is reasonable, and while the scope of this project isn't the right fit for my company, I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to my community through my experience,' Shrock said in the announcement.
The proposed plan involves constructing a preK-12 building on the high school campus while reducing costs from the November 2024 proposal through strategic adjustments. The changes include removing features such as a metal roof and rubberized playground, and increasing the district contribution through Certificate of Participation Loans (COPs), leading to a $12.5 million reduction in the local share compared to the previous plan, according to the news release.
'The total cost of the project is $69,204,575. The state will contribute 29% (about $15.5 million), which, in combination with the district contribution, accounts for 41% of the total cost,' Allerding said. 'The remaining local share of the project cost amounts to $41 million, funded through a 6.62 mill property tax and a 0.25% income tax levy.'
The need for improved facilities was identified through a series of community engagement activities conducted in the fall of 2022, where parents, students, staff and community members were invited to share feedback. The district partnered with Garmann Miller, a planning and design firm, to conduct a facilities assessment. In 2023, a Facilities Task Force was established, leading to the development of the initial Master Facilities Plan.
'By partnering with Mr. Shrock and leveraging his local expertise, we are continuing to work toward our goal of providing a safe, community-driven and accessible learning environment that honors our history while educating future generations,' Allerding said.
For the latest updates and detailed information about the district's Master Facilities Plan, visit the PK-12 Master Facilities Plan section on the Loudonville-Perrysville Schools website.
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This article originally appeared on Ashland Times Gazette: Loudonville-Perrysville Schools to get advice on facilities plan
