School Building Authority politics

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The state School Building Authority will begin interviewing county superintendents about their needs projects on March 17, months after the process usually begins.

The delay is intended to give county boards time and incentive to approach their state representatives about funding needs during the upcoming legislative session. Applications for SBA money are usually heard in November.

So much for any pretense that the SBA gives money to the most deserving projects. Money goes to the legislators who exert their influence best. At least the SBA admits that now.