Lompoc Unified School District (LUSD) has officially broken ground on Measure M-funded projects at Cabrillo High School and Vandenberg Middle School.

“Initial work includes the encapsulation of asbestos flooring, an important step toward creating safer, more modern learning environments,” the district said.

A worker kneels on the floor as he encapsulates asbestos tiles at Cabrilllo High School. (Courtesy photo)
A worker at Cabrilllo High School is encapsulating asbestos tiles. (Courtesy photo)

“This is a historic moment for our district, one that would not have been possible without the generosity and trust of our residents, funders, campaign members, and staff. These two sites are just the beginning of the many projects Measure M will bring to life,” said LUSD Board President Franky Caldeira.

Caldeira attended the ceremony along with Clerk Brenda Villa, Trustee Mitch Torina, LUSD staff, Measure M campaign committee co-chairs Ashley Costa and Chuck Madson, campaign committee members Michelle Ball and Alex Murkison, and oversight committee member Steve Straight.

“The spaces where students learn shape the opportunities they have to grow and thrive,” said Superintendent Clara Finneran. “Thanks to enormous community support for Measure M, we are now able to create environments that can propel our progress toward our vision for each student to graduate from high school prepared to meet the challenges of post-secondary education and the demands of a successful career.”

This summer, additional Measure M projects are underway across LUSD campuses, marking the start of a multi-year investment in educational equity, safety and quality, LUSD said.

Summer projects include:

Asbestos flooring encapsulation: Lompoc Valley Middle School, Vandenberg Middle School, Cabrillo High School, Lompoc High School.

Roofing: Clarence Ruth Elementary School, Hapgood Elementary School, Leonora Fillmore Elementary School, Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy, Lompoc Valley Middle School, Cabrillo High School, Lompoc Adult School and Career Center.

Band room soundproofing: Cabrillo High School, Lompoc High School.

Stadium lighting: Lompoc Community Track and Field.

To keep updated on upcoming Measure M projects and progress, visit www.lusd.org/measurem.