The Monroe City School District is about to see the end of phase one of its building project. The main focus is the construction of a new elementary school. Monroe City Superintendent Tony DeGrave…

Other projects remaining in phase one include the installation of new playground equipment and parking lot improvements.

DeGrave says the district is beginning to turn its attention to phase two.

During its December meeting, the Monroe City School Board looked at interest rates as the district begins planning for phase two and another potential tax issue to present to voters.