Demolition, site work, new construction and renovation of a mixed-use development in Needham, Massachusetts. Conceptual plans call for the demolition of a educational facility; for the construction of a educational facility; for the renovation of a educational facility; and for site work for a educational facility.

This request is for feasibility design funds, for the Pollard Renovation project included in Master Plan Scenario C1a. Dore & Whittier estimates that the required feasibility design budget would be $3.95 million. This estimate would cover OPM, designer, survey, initial geotechnical analysis, wetlands, hazardous materials and a traffic study. This project assumes that the Pollard would be constructed in partnership with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), at a potential reimbusement rate of 20-22% of total project costs, based on prior experience. Parameters Addressed: 1. Design and construction funds requested in FY27. The estimated Capital Improvement (CIP) commitment required to maintain Pollard, Mitchell and High Rock during the Master Plan projectimprovements is an additional $15.6 million. 3. This project, which involves renovation of a public building, will involve permitting. 9. This project will update and modernize the High Rock School, so as to extend its useful life for another fifty years. 12. The PPBC will manage this project, if approved. 13. The renovated school may increase the operational costs associated with operating the building. As of June 09, 2025 ,This project is included in the city's 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.