Summary
The city and school board will jointly demolish the old Knights of Pythias building at 1573 Mary Lou Retton Drive; public hearing October 13.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs are reimbursed by the Marion County Board of Education, so minimal net cost to the city.
The city and school district gain a cleared site.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Oct 13, 2026
The city partnered with the Marion County Board of Education to demolish the vacant Knights of Pythias Building next to Watson Elementary, with the school board reimbursing the cost.
City Council - Sep 22, 2026
The city and school board will jointly demolish the old Knights of Pythias building at 1573 Mary Lou Retton Drive; public hearing October 13.
UPDATE: City of Fairmont awarded over $300,000 for Adams Street structure demolition
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