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Construction near schools during state testing week
Summary
A South Ward district leader says Roman Construction closed South Alexander Street at 7 a.m. during state testing week, turning school drop-off into a 40-minute ordeal. The law bars residential construction before 8 a.m., and the administration will push for 9 a.m. starts during testing.
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Students and parents at schools near active construction zones.
⚠️Who could be affected
Families navigating gridlock during testing week.
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