The 2014 General Assembly extended 2011 3 yr. moratorium on school repairs, renovations, and construction for another year.
Cities cannot get state reimbursement for part of their school costs. (See Article 1). The moratorium is a state/RIDE budget issue.
*Fact: Due to moratorium, building upgrades and needed repairs are on hold in Providence and other RI cities/towns.
*Fact: Providence schools are mostly older buildings in need of major repair/upgrades. Prov. Councilman Sam Zurier has stated repairs needed are in the $700-$800 million range.
*Fact: State, City, School, Union officials are aware of repairs needed. With the moratorium, the minimal is done to save money.
Please read/scan the 3 articles. Links are below.
http://www.providencejournal.com/breaking-news/content/20140711-general-assembly-extends-moratorium-on-new-school-construction-for-another-year.ece
http://motifri.com/are-your-kids-warm-safe-and-dry-at-school/
http://www.providencejournal.com/breaking-news/content/20140118-r.i.-school-officials-get-education-on-building-costs.ece?click=RB
Full Report by Sandy Riojas
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