In the late summer of 2017 the public was notified by the Allamakee school system that they intended to close the Waterville School at the end of the 2017/2018 school year.  There were several public meetings to try and convince the school board to change this decision with no success.  In early spring of 2018 the school property was listed for sale by sealed bids.  The City of Waterville with the help of some local concerned citizens placed a bid for the property.  The school board did accept the bid from the City of Waterville, on July 1st City of Waterville became the official owner of the Waterville School and surrounding property. 

Currently plans are well underway to preserve this facility, the history and the heritage mean so much to many of us.  Current plans do include the Waterville moving into class rooms, a dedicated area to preserve the history of the school, organized events and activities to utilize the gym.  The lower floor of the newer additon will house the City Hall, council and public meeting room.  Hopefully in the near future the dining hall and kitchen will be available to rent for family and class reunions. 

Waterville's own main street committee has taken the responsibility of developing the rear athletic field into the city park, we welcome families to visit and utilize the playground equipment. Preliminary plans for a shelter and outside restroom are part of this committees planning.

A Park and Rec planning group is currently being organized, with the intent to utilize the facility including the gym for youth and adult recreational athletic opportunities.

Waterville City Council and Waterville Public Library have been the project leaders in this endevour.  Our sub committiees are starting to make progress now and as plans begin to materialize we will be sending out more information to everyone that is interested.  You can follow us on the City of Waterville face book page.