Mercer Fire Marshal Says Schools Must Fix Or Close
West Virginia officials warn 26 Mercer County schools labeled as Problematical Facilities for Immediate Action must meet NFPA and F.A.R. standards or face closure. Deputy Russ Perkis says no deadline set. corrections could reach millions, with some buildings already under improvement as Mercer County schools await priorities from State Fire Marshal Walter Smittle III.
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Mercer County to hire SEM Partners as architects
Mercer County Board of Education signed a contract with SEM Partners of Columbus for major planning and architectural work for the Mercer County school system. The agreement, approved by a four to one vote, includes Princeton Junior High among items, with local opposition concerns over using outside firms and earlier cost estimates.
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