A number of projects will occupy staff at Warrensburg-Latham schools this summer.

Superintendent Dr. Kristen Kendrick-Weikle says they will shut down their middle school for removal of floor tiles that contain asbestos. Additionally, they plan to redo their ceiling tiles for better optics but also to update their technology infrastructure.

According to Dr. Kendrick-Weikle, their buildings are all in one community and one central campus and are in very good condition. While making summer projects easier, she says that is a big advantage for their families.

Dr. Kendrick-Weikle indicates the district is fortunate to maintain quality facilities thanks to the one-cent sales tax that comes from Macon County taxes and is designated for facility improvements. At the same time, districts levy taxes for a fund called 'health-life-safety' funds. 

Dr. Kendrick-Weikle feels the one-cent sales tax money is a great resource expense they know are coming and allows them to put funds away and preserve their general tax dollars for other things.