Old Chester School to Become Training Hub

A historic landmark in the Village of Chester is about to become the epicenter of advanced manufacturing in the Hudson Valley.

In this audio feature from On The Level Magazine, we dive into Orange County’s strategic $1 purchase of the former Maple Avenue school and its upcoming transformation into a massive, multi-million-dollar workforce development hub.

For local contractors, engineers, and construction professionals, this isn't just a story about historic preservation—it's a look at one of the most significant public construction opportunities hitting the region in years.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The $1 Strategic Asset: How Orange County saved a historic school building from becoming a dangerous eyesore and repurposed it for economic growth.
• The High-Tech Blueprint: Inside the plans for the new facility, including robotics laboratories, practice clean rooms, and advanced fabrication spaces.
• Global Industry Partnerships: How major players like Micron, HAAS, and BuildSubmarines are collaborating to create a direct regional workforce pipeline.
• Upcoming Bidding Opportunities: A massive heads-up for local trades! Why this project will soon trigger solicitations for masonry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT, and full interior buildouts.

💼 Brought To You By:

• Featured Magazine: On The Level (The official publication of the Construction Contractor Association of the Hudson Valley)
• Proudly Sponsored By: [INSERT SPONSOR NAME HERE]
• Affiliates: SMACNA of Southeastern NY & FERA of the Hudson Valley

📌 Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Sponsor Spotlight & Introduction
• 0:45 – The $1 Purchase & Historic Preservation
• 1:50 – O&S Associates & The Modern Conceptual Plans
• 3:05 – Modeling After the Haas Center & Global Partners
• 4:15 – Upcoming Bidding & Contracting Opportunities for Local Trades
• 5:30 – Closing Credits & Affiliates