The Lake Asbury area is experiencing significant growth.  Recently, an analysis revealed that over 62% of the permits issued for new homes are in the Lake Asbury area.  The area is forecasted to build approximately 7000 units in the future which are  projected to generate approximately 3,460 elementary, junior high, and high school students.  Also, there are several tracts of land that are in the preliminary planning phase that have not applied for concurrency.  Currently, CCDS does not own any vacant land in the area of growth and the current schools will eventually get overwhelmed.  In addition, land availability is limited in the area.  Purchasing the land will place CCDS in a better position to meet future growth.      

No action would result in failing to acquire the land necessary to meet future growth.

The School Board has approved the purchase of land in the past.

It is expected the School Board will approve the resolution to proceed with the necessary steps to purchase the land.

Ensure effective management of the organization, operations, and facilities to maximize the use of resources and promote a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment for Clay County students.

Approve the resolution to proceed with necessary steps to purchase the land.