Proposed Rendering of the new THS Technology Wing. Design is not finalized and is subject to change.
In 2019, voters approved a $56 million capital project to complete renovations in several buildings throughout the district. As we near completion of that project, the final phase of the work involves the Troy High School technology wing.
When we began planning this project, we expected to renovate the tech wing. However, it soon became clear a renovation was not the best or most efficient option for this work. We requested and received approval from the New York State Education Department to demolish the current tech wing and construct a new addition to THS rather than renovate the current space.
Now, we are asking voters to approve a new proposition, which reflects the change in the wording of the project to say “demolish” and “construct” rather than “renovate.”
No new funding is needed – the funds were approved with the 2019 vote. This vote is only to approve the new language.
We are grateful for your support as we work to ensure our facilities can keep up with the evolving needs of our students, and we thank you for your continued partnership.
Additional information, including a pollfinder and details about absentee ballots is available here.
FAQ
Why is this vote needed?
Because the scope of work has changed (going from renovation to demolition and construction), NYSED requires voters to approve a new proposition that reflects the new scope of work.
Why isn’t this included with the budget vote in May?
Receiving voter approval now allows the work to begin in July 2025, with a targeted completion date of September 2026. If the vote was held in May, the new wing likely wouldn’t be complete until September 2027. We want to make this new space available for our students as soon as possible.
Will this impact my taxes?
No. There is no new funding associated with this vote. All you will vote on is the new language contained in the proposition. Voters approved the funding in December 2019.
Why can’t the technology wing be renovated?
The extensive work needed to renovate the technology wing proved to be too complex and expensive given its current condition. By constructing a new wing and then demolishing the old one, students can remain in the current space until the new one is ready. This approach also allows for additional separation between students/classrooms and the construction zone during the school year.
Will the district still receive aid back on the project?
Yes! The district’s aid ratio is approximately 90%, so for every $100 dollars the district spends on the project, we receive approximately $90 back from New York state.