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District staff warn of aging fire‑alarm systems, deferred repairs as FY26 planning begins
Summary
Facilities staff told the board on June 25 that maintenance is constrained by the budget, fire alarms are nearing end of life with some component failures, and deferred repairs (windows, brick, boilers, doors) will be prioritized as the district plans for FY26.
At the June 25 work session, facilities staff told the Albany Area Schools board that ongoing maintenance is being managed under tight budget constraints and that planning for fiscal year 2026 will require setting priorities among outstanding needs.
Staff reported that building fire alarms are nearing the end of their useful life and that some components have failed; they said those issues are being addressed as they arise while options for updates are researched. Staff also listed deferred repairs — windows, brickwork, boilers and doors — as items the district will need to prioritize when finalizing FY26 maintenance plans. No motion or budget approval was taken during the meeting.
