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project and the actual construction timeline will be determined at a later date once the design work is done, he explained.

“It’s exciting and attering to receive the grant,” ompson wrote. “Centennial Airport has played a big role in the economic growth of both Arapahoe and Douglas counties and it is a good feeling to know that the FAA nationally recognizes our importance and is willing to give us a share sta and a 5% increase for administration for the 2023-24 school year. e increases will cost the district $22.5 million next year, which is likely be covered by the in ationary increase in funding from Colorado’s School Finance Act, Kane said. e state legislature has not yet approved next year’s school funding.

Kane acknowledged the district approving raises before knowing how much funding the state will provide is a calculated risk, but one she believes is worth it to provide certainty for sta .

“We know there is some risk, but we feel really con dent that the School Finance Act will increase, certainly su cient to cover the increases we’re proposing,” she said. “By proposing these increases now, we’re making a huge di erence in terms of retention because we’re providing assurance and stability for our employees, so they will know what next year looks like.” e compensation increases being approved so early in the year may