Center School Reuse Project Phase 1

planned

The Center School reuse project involves the demolition of two rear additions and removal of hazardous materials from the historic 1928 building. The Community Preservation Committee recommends allocating $2.4 million for this first phase. The project has seen escalating costs, with the latest estimate at $16.8 million. The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is the private partner, expected to contribute $4 million, with the town covering the remaining $6 million. The demolition and hazardous waste removal are prioritized to prevent further cost increases and to make the project eligible for additional grants.