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Budget Crunch Forces Safety Project Delays | Montpelier News
The Washington Central School Board is wrestling with tough budget cuts—potentially $3 million—to stay within state limits, forcing debate over whether to delay nearly $1 million in safety upgrades. A major $650K cafeteria renovation at U-32, delayed due to PCB remediation, and costly paving and electrical work at Calais Elementary (a school previously eyed for closure) are under fire from board member Chris McVeigh, who urges holding off until enrollment and funding uncertainties clear. But others, including Daniel Keeney and Business Manager Susanne Gann, warn that postponing maintenance…
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