This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 18-9D-22a, to the Code of West Virginia, which grants the School Building Authority the authority to fund necessary grounds and site improvements to protect school buildings. The legislation recognizes that various site conditions, such as erosion and flooding, can threaten the structural integrity and safety of school facilities. By allowing the School Building Authority to address these issues, the bill aims to reduce long-term repair costs and safeguard the health and safety of students and staff.

The bill outlines specific improvements that can be funded, including grading, drainage systems, and erosion control measures, and mandates that any proposed improvements must be certified as necessary by a licensed professional engineer. It explicitly states that funds cannot be used for aesthetic landscaping or routine maintenance unrelated to building protection. The act is set to take effect 90 days after passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-9D-22a