Article in the Annandale Advocate, October 10, 2012 - with their permission:

Heading: 1922 Building Too Good to Waste

According to reports in last week's Advocate, School Administration is planning to demolish the 1922 Building. When this was last before the public a few years ago, over 500 people formally stated they did not want this building demolished and removed from community use. Sentiment has not changed and the opportunity is now before us to again state the significance and importance of this building which is part of the current Middle School. Although this building is currently in poor repair, it is structurally sound and can be restored. This historic and spacious building has served our community well for close to 100 years. As we plan for the future community needs, this building can well continue to be an important asset.

The School district is required by state law to conduct two public hearings prior to closing a building. Those public hearings will be held October 15 and 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School Choir Room. We are proposing future public visioning sessions that will allow our community to dialog about potential use for this great space. The first step is making sure it is not demolished...because once it's gone, it's gone. Your presence at these meetings is important and you may also email the School Board Chair, Jeannette Reiger-Borer at jrr@malcotools.com.

Jill Bishop Laura Hood Beckman