Merger plans discussed for Concord Bluefield State
Education Committee proposes merging services and a study to assess cooperation between Concord College and Bluefield State College to cut costs. Senators seek details of Tuesday papers. some officials oppose a merger while others support collaboration. HB 2224 outlines a Sept 1 2003 study and HEPC review with action if goals unmet, and restructures components into New River Community and Technical College linked to Bluefield State, with Summersville moving to the New River entity.
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Beasley pushes cost cuts for Bluefield State and Concord College
Beasley told the policy panel that Bluefield State College and Concord College must study joint cost saving options. The report due by Sept. 1 will show collaborations in payroll purchasing admissions and financial aid. If goals are not met the Policy Commission could act.
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WV Colleges Face Possible Merger Sparks Rally in Charleston
QC Beasley warns if a committee finds a reason to merge Concord and Bluefield State a rally will be held Saturday in Charleston to oppose any action. He notes the 78 page bill could reshape purchasing, faculty promotions, and part time hiring while all WV colleges may need to partner to cut costs. A Michigan merger cited as a caution, with alum donation risks.
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Bluefield Foundation Grants $1 Million for Center Program
The Shott Foundation of Bluefield has awarded $1 million to develop an entrepreneurial studies program in a new center. The facility will host a small business incubator offering startup space, support services, and technologies. For details contact prm concord or Dennis Yena at dyena bdtonline.com via email or 304 384 5288.
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Landfill sludge garbage idea cuts costs and extends life
Plant operators face sludge disposal costs after regulations end sludge sales to farmers. A proposed method mixes three tons of sludge with twenty tons of garbage at landfills to produce a cleaner end product for sale. Proponents say this could cut costs and extend landfill life by up to 75 percent.
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Landfill Sludge Mix Could Extend Capacity and Cut Costs
Oakvale Road Public Service District weighs a plan to blend three tons of sludge with 20 tons of garbage to create a marketable end product. Officials estimate a $6 million cost but say the project could save landfill space up to 75 percent and reduce regulator treatment needs, with Solid Waste Authority of Mercer County leading and engineering studies and a State Revolving Fund bid process to follow.
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