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The Cape Elizabeth SBAC Recommends Option B

  • May 10, 2024
SBAC Meeting - May 9 2024
In a pivotal 5-4 vote, the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) has chosen to recommend Option B as the preferred plan for addressing the town’s school infrastructure needs.…
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School Building Project Tax Impact

  • May 2, 2024
Welcome to our Property Tax Impact Calculator. This tool is designed to help homeowners in Cape Elizabeth understand how various school building projects could affect their annual property tax bills…
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Results of April 2024 Town Wide Survey Conducted by Portland Research Group

  • May 2, 2024
In April 2024, the Portland Research Group conducted a comprehensive town-wide survey to gauge the opinions of Cape Elizabeth residents regarding conceptual designs for new school buildings. The survey, commissioned…
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Understanding the Long-Term Financial Impact of School Renovation Options

  • May 2, 2024
As our community looks forward to enhancing our school facilities, it’s crucial to understand not just the immediate costs but also the long-term financial implications of each proposed project. The…
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SBAC Public Forum - April 10, 2014
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SBAC Public Forum – Review of Final Three Conceptual Designs (April 10, 2024)

  • April 10, 2024
On April 10, the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee held a public forum at Town Hall to present three final design options for the school buildings. Each option aims…
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Cape Elizabeth School Tour - April 6, 2024
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Cape Elizabeth School Tour

  • April 8, 2024
We were pleased to welcome over thirty citizens to our CEMS and Pond Cove tours on Saturday 4/6. Superintendent Record provided a quick overview on the goals and progress of…
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Upcoming SBAC Public Forum – April 10, 2024 (UPDATE: Date changed due to inclement weather)

  • March 26, 2024
Join the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee for a Public Forum on Thursday, April 4th, at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall. The forum will showcase three design options…
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Cape Courier - SBAC School Building Needs Highlights
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The Cape Courier Publishes Overview of Cape Elizabeth School Building Needs

  • March 25, 2024
As published in the March 27th Cape Courier. Introduction to Cape Elizabeth’s School Educational & Infrastructure Needs The Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC), working with designers from Harriman…
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WGME 13 reports on the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee’s Progress

  • March 9, 2024
WGME reported on the most recent School Building Advisory Committee meeting on March 7, 2024. Click here to watch the segment.
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SBAC Recommends Three Preferred Design Options for Cape Elizabeth Schools

  • February 20, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 20, 2024 The Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) has taken a significant step forward in recommending investments for the town’s educational infrastructure needs.…
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Summary of Public Comments on the Seven Design Options

  • February 15, 2024
The School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) received over 200 public comments after the February 1, 2024, presentation on seven potential school design options developed by Harriman architects. It’s important to…
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Harriman Presentation - February 1, 2024 Cape Elizabeth Town Hall
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Summary of Initial Seven Design Options for Cape Elizabeth’s Schools(UPDATED: February 14th to include Costs and Tax Impacts)

  • February 1, 2024
UPDATE: February 14, 2024 — The seven initial design options now include proper tax impact information, vetted by the Cape Elizabeth town manager alongside bond counsel at Moors & Cabot.…
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Upcoming Public Forum – February 1, 2024 – Presentation of Initial Design Options

  • January 2, 2024
The School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) cordially invites all community members to a pivotal public forum where Harriman architects will unveil seven conceptual design options for our town’s schools. Date…
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Harriman Report: Operational Recommendations and Space Utilization for Cape Elizabeth Schools

  • December 21, 2023
In a comprehensive presentation by Harriman on December 21st, four critical areas were discussed regarding the future of Cape Elizabeth’s school facilities: Operational Recommendations, Integration of Survey Results into Design…
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Public Forum Recap – State of the Cape Elizabeth’s Schools

  • November 30, 2023
The SBAC Public Forum on November 30, 2023, focused on assessing the current state of Cape Elizabeth's school facilities. Harriman Architects and Superintendent Chris Record provided an overview, emphasizing data collection and the development of various options for the schools. The forum highlighted the need to align school facilities with modern educational requirements, emphasizing 21st Century Skills. Safety, efficiency, and sustainability issues in existing structures were discussed, alongside potential solutions ranging from basic repairs to full new construction. Community input was sought through interactive workshops, shaping the guiding principles for future school designs.
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Update: November 2023

  • November 30, 2023
In November 2023, the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) engaged in a series of vital activities, marking significant strides in the school building project. The month was marked…
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Lisa Sawin - Harriman
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Public Forum Recap – Meet the Architects

  • November 16, 2023
CAPE ELIZABETH, ME – November 16, 2023: The School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) of Cape Elizabeth recently hosted a public forum that served as an introduction to Harriman architects, the…
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Update: October 2023

  • October 31, 2023
In October 2023, the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) made key decisions regarding the school facilities project. The committee’s meetings, held on October 5th and the 19th, along…
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Update: September 2023

  • September 30, 2023
In September, the Cape Elizabeth School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) finalized the selection of Harriman as the architectural firm for the school building project. A public forum was hosted on…
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Survey Results Report
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Public Forum Recap: School Building Survey Results

  • September 20, 2023
The School Building Advisory Committee (SBAC) of Cape Elizabeth conducted a pivotal community forum at Town Hall to unveil the results of a comprehensive school building survey sent to every…
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The SBAC is a joint initiative by the School Board and the Town Council, formed in March 2023. Its mission is to create a strategic, cost-effective plan to address the school building needs of Cape Elizabeth following the rejection of a $116 million school bond referendum in November 2022. The SBAC's work is focused on thorough assessment, comprehensive community outreach, and the development of a plan that serves the needs of students, educators, families, and the community.
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