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One Joel boiler cannot be repaired, and the second—26 years old—has internal cracks that could lead to failure. The Board of Education is developing replacement costs and project details, with a heating solution needed by fall 2026. The subcommittee also proposed postponing $63,000 in capital projects after a failed budget referendum and an additional $500,000 budget cut.
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The school building may need new boilers before fall to avoid heating problems, but the Board of Education has not yet made a final project decision. Cost estimates and the project scope are expected for the Board’s consideration next month. To help reduce the 2026-27 budget, the subcommittee also supported delaying carpet, painting, furniture, and classroom-blind replacements totaling $63,000.
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