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Assembly approves $150,000 to study Marie Drake options after concerns about asbestos‑containing HVAC wing
Summary
The assembly authorized up to $150,000 for public outreach and schematic planning on Marie Drake options after staff reported asbestos‑related HVAC issues in the classroom wing and presented partial‑demolition and abatement scenarios.
On Feb. 24 the Committee of the Whole approved introducing an ordinance to fund planning and public outreach work — up to $150,000 — to refine cost estimates and public input on options for Marie Drake School, including partial demolition of classrooms and retention of the gym and planetarium.
Manager Koester reviewed the background: the classroom wing has HVAC and ducting with asbestos‑containing materials that require full abatement before substantial renovation. Staff reported no airborne asbestos was detected in surveys, but contractors concluded…
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