Facility Planning
Shaping the Future of Lodi Schools: Community - Led Facility planning Process Underway
The School District of Lodi has launched an exciting new facility planning process focused on shaping the future of our schools, co-curricular spaces, and outdoor athletic areas. This community-driven initiative is supported by our trusted partners - CG Schmidt (construction management), Plunkett, Raysich Architects (PRA), and Point of Beginnings (POB, athletic field design) - and builds upon the district's ongoing strategic planning work.
Why Now?
As our community grows and educational needs evolve, it's critical that our facilities keep pace. This planning process will help ensure our school buildings, athletic spaces, and outdoor environments continue to support student success-today and for generations to come.
CVT Members at work
The CVT Team reviewed the following videos as part of their assessments.
| Area | Area |
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Career/Technical Education |
Indoor Athletic Spaces |
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Performing Arts Center |
Green Space-Outside Athletics Softball Baseball Tennis |
| Youth Sports Youth baseball/softball Youth Soccer Youth Football |
Introducing the Community Viability Team (CVT)
At the core of this effort is the sixteen-member Community Viability Team (CVT)-a diverse group of community members, city officials, students, staff, and district leaders. Together, they will assess our current facilities, explore future-ready options, and help shape priorities that reflect the values and vision of the Lodi community.
Shane Clapper
Joel Crane
Dennis Crow, Jr.
Brittanie Dempsey
Rick Findora
John Haag
Heather Hatley
Ben Kuehn
Jason Marshall - High School Assistant Principal
Beau Ripp - Student
Tracy Sachtjen
Trent Schneider
Megan Smith - Student
Scott Bilse - Board Liaison
Vince Breunig - District Administrator
How it Works
Facilitated by PRA and CG Schmidt, the CVT will take a data-driven, transparent approach to planning. Starting in September 2025, the team will meet monthly (6:00-8:00 p.m.) and provide regular updates, host community engagement events, and create meaningful opportunities for district residents to stay informed and involved.
What's Ahead
- Preliminary options will be presented to the School Board in January 2026
- Final recommendations will be shared in February 2026
These recommendations will serve as a long-term roadmap for investment in Lodi Schools- ensuring our learning environments and co-curricular spaces reflect the needs, priorities, and hopes of our entire community.