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West Perry SD board presses consolidation plan, citing "millions in deferred maintenance"
Summary
Board president and administrators urged consolidation of three elementary schools as a cost-saving, equity-focused Capital Improvement Project; a January town hall and feasibility materials on the district website were announced, and community members urged caution during public comment.
The West Perry School District Board of School Directors advanced a proposal to consolidate the district’s three elementary schools, saying aging systems and rising operational costs make a single, modern facility the most prudent option. Board President Robbyn Metz told the auditorium on Dec. 8 that the district faces “millions in deferred maintenance” and pointed to recent mold remediation projects as costly, temporary fixes.
The board presented schematic designs from engineering firm EI and said Fidivia, a construction consultant, is reviewing the feasibility report. Mrs. Stover said the designs aim to equalize class…
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