District: Center Elementary fire-hydrant tests show low flow; site deemed safe pending fixes
District staff told the board that Division of the State Architect testing and an independent fire marshal inspection found very low flow at on-site hydrants for the Center Elementary project; the site remains safe for students while staff explores fixes that may extend the construction timeline.
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District facilities staff told trustees that required testing of Center Elementary's on-site fire hydrants revealed "very inadequate flow." The report said the fire marshal conducted an independent test and, while flow is low, the marshal indicated the site is safe and that contingency plans exist to protect students and first responders.
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