COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont. — Columbia Falls School District held its first of three meetings to discuss ideas on a future high school enhancement bond. Wednesday night’s meeting revolved around safety and security.

Community members expressed key points including efficiency, traffic flow and the need for a safer way to get off the second floor in case of an emergency.

Jackola Engineering and Architecture was hired for the process and has worked with the school district in the past.

“Now looking forward, how can we make this building last into the future,” said Shane Jackola, president of Jackola Engineering and Architecture. “It’s over 60 years old already, and how do we make it last another 40 to 50 years for the next generation of students in Columbia Falls.”

Columbia Falls School District hopes to receive input from the community on what they want the future enhancement to look like. The bond is set to be on the ballot this fall.

To find out more about the upcoming meetings and bond schedule, click here .