For many districts, facilities are a constant topic in the effort to keep things modern, functional, and up to code. 

Cerro Gordo Schools Superintendent Dr. Emily Weidner explains last fall, the district had a Health, Life, and Safety study done, which gave them a list of required updates from the State. Some of these are due to be completed in May, while others have a five-year timeline. 

Outdoor facility updates have also been discussed by the district. With eight-man football set to return to Cerro Gordo this fall, Dr. Weidner says they are looking at possibly updating the concession stand and storage shed. 

When it comes to funding facility updates, Dr. Weidner feels the Piatt and Macon Counties' one-cent sales tax is crucial. That tax accounts for around a quarter-million dollars in revenue for the district each year. 

According to Dr. Weidner, there are some potential updates that the community will notice, like new bleachers in the high school gym, and others they won't. No matter the project, it is all in the effort of providing quality opportunities for students. 

To keep up with all the latest happenings and updates of Cerro Gordo Schools, visit cgbroncos.org or find the district on Facebook.