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Gainesville ISD Approves Replacement of Main Water Line at Junior High
Summary
After two repairs in three years, the board approved replacing the main water line at Gainesville Junior High and installing a concrete cap instead of asphalt to better withstand bus traffic; motion passed 5-0.
The Gainesville ISD Board unanimously approved replacement of the main water line at Gainesville Junior High School during its July 20 meeting. Joe Warren, the district's Director of Maintenance and Operations, told trustees the line had required two repairs in three years and recommended full replacement plus a concrete cap to reduce future maintenance caused by bus traffic. The motion to approve was made by Trustee Marvin Royal and seconded by Trustee Pamela Clegg; the vote was 5-0.
Trustees discussed durability concerns and long-term maintenance savings during the presentation. Administration did not specify the project's total cost in the meeting minutes; funding source and procurement details were not provided and will be addressed in subsequent facilities or purchasing documentation.
