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Lincoln Ave School Fire Exposes Aging Infrastructure | Milwaukee News
A devastating fire at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School—built in 1917 and lacking modern sprinklers—has exposed Milwaukee Public Schools’ crumbling infrastructure and $265 million in deferred maintenance. With aging buildings and tight budgets, safety upgrades like sprinklers cost millions and often take a backseat to urgent repairs. While the cause remains under investigation, summer programs have been relocated to Hayes Bilingual School to keep students learning. The district faces a tough balancing act between immediate recovery and long-term safety, all while families wait for answers and…
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