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

One of the recommendations resulting from the joint consultant study between the School Board and City Council was the need to replace and expand the current Chesapeake Career Center. The current facility, over 50 years old, is in need of replacement to better support current and future programs. A planning group determined the vision and scope for the instructional program for the future facility. To date, $13,000,000 has been allocated to this project for design, with another $3,000,000 allocated to purchase equipment. The Clearfield Avenue site owned by the school district is being repurposed to support the construction of the new Chesapeake Career Center. This property was initially designated for a future elementary school. However, recent enrollment and demographic trends have shown that the existing elementary school capacity in the Greenbrier/Crestwood middle school planning area can accommodate expected student growth. Design work, though funded, will not start until full project funding is confirmed. If funding is obtained, the district expects to select an architectural firm by Summer 2026. The project is included in the City's 2026-2036 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). As of April 7, 2026, a design firm has not been selected, but an RFP is expected to be issued around May of 2026. Construction expected in 2027-2028. *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.