MURSD has been accepted into the MSBA Accelerated Repair Program

The MSBA is a state authority that partners with Massachusetts communities to support school building projects. For MURSD specifically:

1. Initial Steps:

• In Spring 2023, MURSD submitted a Statement of Interest to the MSBA for their Accelerated Repair Program (ARP)

• The school district was one of 70 proposals from 37 districts across Massachusetts to be considered

2. Project Approval:

• In October 2024, MURSD was accepted into the MSBA Accelerated Repair Program specifically for the Nipmuc Roof project

• This program focuses on energy-efficient and cost-saving upgrades that will result in direct operational savings

3. Current Status:

• December 2024: MURSD approved funding for roof schematic design and formed a building committee

• January 2025: The district submitted additional information to MSBA

• The project must be treated as a stand-alone warrant item, separate from the broader capital projects.

4. Financial Impact:

• While the district must request the full amount under the debt exclusion, the MSBA will provide significant reimbursement for the Nipmuc roof repair costs

• This reimbursement will substantially reduce the final amount the district needs to borrow