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Gulf County School Board declares state of emergency for old Wewahitchka gymnasium to allow partial demolition
Summary
The board voted unanimously Sept. 4, 2025, to declare a State of Emergency for the old Wewahitchka Gymnasium on Highway 71, authorizing precautionary measures to demolish the rear portion that contains restrooms and the electrical room.
On Sept. 4, 2025, the Gulf County School Board unanimously declared a State of Emergency for the old Wewahitchka Gymnasium site on Highway 71 to allow necessary precautionary steps for demolition of the rear portion of the building that houses restrooms and the electrical room.
The motion was made by board member Equillar Gainer and seconded by Vice Chairman Ruby Knox. The board recorded the action as a unanimous vote and authorized district staff to take appropriate safety and demolition preparations at the site. The transcript does not record a detailed timeline, contractor name, or a demolition start date.
Chairman Brooke Wooten closed the item with no recorded public comment. The state of emergency authorization is a short-term administrative step to address an identified facility safety concern.
