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Forrest City schools pause new projects as federal funding holds delay reimbursements
Summary
Superintendent said district completed major repairs but is delaying new construction while Washington and the state resolve paused federal reimbursements; district used building funds to cover near-term contractor payments.
FORREST CITY, Ark. — Forrest City School District Superintendent Dr. Harvey told the school board at its April meeting that several facility projects are effectively finished but that the district is pausing new work while federal reimbursements are unsettled.
Dr. Harvey said the district has closed out a leaking academy project and received warranties and contractor documents, and that gymnasium and cafeteria membrane installation is complete. “Once they arrive, they will take another week to complete. So we're looking at approximately 1 month for the completion of…
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