Urban Community School (UCS) in Ohio City has constructed a 32,200 square foot addition to serve as a dedicated Middle School wing. UCS provides primarily low-income children from Cleveland’s near west side with an individualized, innovative, and challenging education. Urban Community School is a model of education in the City of Cleveland and a recognized leader in developing educational programs that help inner city children achieve academic success.
Project Partners: PNC
| Completed | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Location | 4909 Lorain Ave; Ohio City neighborhood |
| Project Type | School; New Construction |
| Program | 32,200 SF expanded classroom space |
| Sponsor | Urban Community School |
| CDA Investment | $5 million NMTC allocation; $1 million Ohio NMTC |
| Total Project Costs | $6.2 million |
| Community Demographics | Poverty Rate: 45.3% Median Income: 36.99% Unemployment Rate: 18.9% |
The project will create 16 new jobs.
The project will increase enrollment by 100 students.
The project sponsor committed to construction participation goals for Minority, Female, and Cleveland Small Businesses (MBE/FBE/CSB) as well as minority, female and City of Cleveland resident workers.
The new construction is pursuing LEED certification.
The project sponsor has committed to quantifiable community impacts by executing a Community Benefits Agreement.
