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Construction Frequently Asked Questions

Questions: What projects were funded with the money from the 2004 Bond Election?

Answer: The district is involved in an agressive building and remodeling program thanks to voters. See the dollar allocation per school.

Question: Where does the money for school construction come from?

Answer: Jeffco Public Schools construction projects that are currently underway were funded from the 2004 Bond election. More than 60 percent of the voters during that election voted in favor of providing the school district with $323.8 million for building, renovating and repairing school facilities.

This was the first time voters had approved increased funding for county school buildings since 1999.

Question: Who decides how the bond money is spent?

Answer: According to state law, bond money must be used for school facilities, often referred to as capital or construction projects. It cannot be used for salaries, school supplies or generally running the school district.

A group of citizen volunteers, members of the Jeffco Public Schools Citizens' Capital Oversight Committee, developed a list of 440 capital improvement projects scheduled to be completed over the next six years. The committee's list of recommendations is approved by the Jefferson County Board of Education.

Question: What is the role of the Capital Oversight Committee (CIP)?

Answer: The CIP roles and responsibilities are:

• Ensure that the capital improvement program completed with the CIP funds is consistent with the promises made to the community
• Monitor procedures relating to the implementation of the capital improvement program
• Review all projects especially when significant changes in scope, budget or scheduling occur.
• Ensure the capital improvement program represents sound, long-term decisions consistent with the needs of the district
• Provide annual written reports to the Board of Education on the quality of the capital improvement program management, quality of the financial management, quality of completed projects and alignment of the overall plan
• Assist in safeguarding public trust and confidence through active involvement in communications related to the bond projects

Question: How were new building designs selected?

Answer: Major renovations and new building designs are selected with the input of many people, including a Design Advisory Group (DAG). The DAG group is made up of parents, students, school administrators, teachers, architects, building/construction professionals and city officials. In addition, city, state and federal governments have strict regulations concerning the design of educational facilities. The district also has its own set of criteria.

Question: How was the overall construction and remodel schedule developed?

Answer: Major additions or replacement of new schools were scheduled to be started in the first phase of the bond program. The district also considers the safety of students, staff and visitors; attempts to minimize disruption to student learning; and attempts to maximize district resources by taking advantage of local resources and market conditions. See the latest construction updates.

Question: How can I be assured the money won't be gone before the district gets to the construction at my school?

Answer: Detailed budgets are developed, managed and monitored on a monthly basis. Each project has a project contingency for any unforeseen items that may occur during the progress of the project. The district has an Oversight Committee that meets monthly to monitor the budget and schedule progress of the staff.

Question: How are architects and engineers selected for school projects?

Answer: Architects and engineers (A/Es) submit their credentials to become “pre-qualified” for work with the district. Then, interested firms from this group are interviewed by a committee comprised of representatives from the district's Facilities Planning and Design, and Construction Management departments. Firms are selected based on skills and experience.

Question: How are construction contractors selected for school projects?

Answer: Initially, general contractors and sub-contractors submit pre-qualification information to the Facilities Planning and Design, and Construction Management departments for evaluation. Pre-qualification can occur for either specific projects or by trade. The pre-qualified contractors compete for specific school projects on a bid basis. Bids are submitted to the district and are publicly opened. The most qualified low bid (based on qualifications outlined in the bidding documents) is presented to the Board of Education for approval. Upon approval by the Board of Education, the recommended general contractor is awarded a contract for the project.

Question: How can I get involved with the bond program and give input about school facilities?

Answer: Jeffco Public Schools is always seeking input from the community. Schools with major renovation projects have design advisory groups, contact the school principal for more information.

E-mail comments and feedback to commsvcs@jeffco.k12.co.us.