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Voters reject petition barring district funds for Washington Street School; board stresses learning-center value

Merrimack Valley School District Annual Meeting · March 6, 2026
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Summary

A citizen petition sought to prohibit any Merrimack Valley School District funds for maintenance or renovations at Washington Street School; voters rejected the petition after extensive testimony about building condition, program needs and potential costs and revenue from the Merrimack Valley Learning Center.

A petition asking the district to prohibit any Merrimack Valley School District monies for maintenance, renovations, repairs or improvements to the Washington Street School was defeated after extended public debate.

Petitioner Louise Andrews said the building had long-standing problems including…

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