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BET deadlocks 2–2 on $250,000 Havemeyer feasibility appropriation after debate over priorities
Summary
A divided BET split 2–2 on a $250,000 interim appropriation request for a Board of Education feasibility and test‑fit study for Havemeyer and a possible annex behind Town Hall. Supporters argued the study must start; opponents called for a townwide space‑utilization approach and clearer project leadership.
The BET budget committee split evenly on a $250,000 interim appropriation request from the Board of Education to fund feasibility and test‑fit work related to the Havemeyer Building and potential annex behind Town Hall, producing no committee approval.
Dr. Jones, introducing the proposal, said the study would test whether the board of education could relocate administrative staff and repurpose Havemeyer or build an addition behind Town Hall. "I am very excited about this project," Dr. Jones said, describing persistent staff working‑condition…
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