School officials remained committed to building the new Christian County Academy after both bids were rejected recently by the Board of Education.
Superintendent Chris Bentzel says the higher-than-expected bids to build the new combined high school at the corner of Lover’s Lane and Fort Campbell Boulevard felt like a sucker punch from the construction community. He says they are continuing to evaluate the plans for the new school and will be prepared to move forward to seek new bids.
click to download audioBentzel says some of the bids by subcontractors were much higher than expected, with alot questions about why the bids were so high.
click to download audioHe adds some critical deadlines have been extended by the Kentucky Department of Education because they understand the situation the Christian County School District is facing.
click to download audioWhen asked by the News Edge if they will rethink the academy model or reduce the number of academies to reduce the cost, Bentzel said they are committed to the current plans.
click to download audioConstruction bids for $199 and $203 million were returned July 12, with the Christian County Board of Education voting unanimously during their July 21 meeting to reject both bids. After the vote the board of education did not discuss their future plans for the consolidated high school.
