School District • Upcoming 2026
Cato-Meridian CSD
$33.1M Project Value
Cato, NY
Spring 2026 Start
Phase 1 Scope
Septic replacement and parking lot reconstruction for this $33.1 million voter-approved capital improvement project.
$33.1M
VOTER-APPROVED
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ELEMENTARY + HS
Phase 1
SEPTIC + PARKING
Jan 2023
COMMUNITY VOTE
Spring 2026
UPCOMING
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Project Overview
Capital Improvement for the Community
Cato-Meridian CSD is advancing its $33.1 million voter-approved capital improvement project (January 2023) to upgrade school facilities. Phase 1 includes replacing the septic system (tanks, lines, drain fields) and reconstructing parking lots, sidewalks, and curbing at Elementary and Junior-Senior High Schools to enhance safety, accessibility, and long-term functionality.
LRS selected to provide site preparation, excavation for septic tanks, grading, utilities, drainage, and stormwater management — scheduled to begin spring 2026.
Scope of Work
LRS Deliverables
LRS will handle critical Phase 1 infrastructure — full septic system replacement and parking reconstruction at two school campuses, working around active school operations.
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Excavation and trenching for new septic tanks and systems
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Grading and shaping for drain fields, parking areas, and access routes
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Utilities coordination — sewer lines, storm drainage, catch basins
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Comprehensive drainage systems and stormwater management
Key Features
Project Highlights
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2 Schools
Elementary + Jr-Sr High
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Full Septic
New tanks, lines & drain fields
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Parking Lots
Full reconstruction
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Sidewalks
New curbing and ADA
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Voter Approved
$33.1M January 2023
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Spring 2026
Upcoming project
Technology & Approach
How We Deliver
Septic Engineering
Excavation and trenching for tanks, lines, and drain fields
GPS-Guided Grading
Precision shaping for parking areas and access routes
School Site Logistics
Phased work around active school operations
Public Project Standards
Meeting exact engineering specs and district requirements
Impact & Results
Project Impact
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Modernized septic and parking infrastructure for improved reliability and safety
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Enhanced school facilities for students, staff, and community use
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Supports Cato-Meridian’s commitment to quality education in Central NY
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Showcases LRS expertise in school septic systems and parking lot site work
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