Commission wrangles over scope of Capitol project

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Kenny Jones listens as Sen. Donna Barninger, D-St. Louis, expresses her desire to see necessary improvements made at the Capitol, especially changes to make the entire building wheelchair accessible. Barninger stated that she wanted to see the process get underway and not miss the opportunity as the appropriations have been set aside for renovation, additions and acquisitions.
Julie Smith/News Tribune Kenny Jones listens as Sen. Donna Barninger, D-St. Louis, expresses her desire to see necessary improvements made at the Capitol, especially changes to make the entire building wheelchair accessible. Barninger stated that she wanted to see the process get underway and not miss the opportunity as the appropriations have been set aside for renovation, additions and acquisitions.

The Missouri State Commission again discussed the potential purchase of a Missouri Department of Transportation building during a meeting Thursday.

Committee members also expressed a desire to make more progress on the project before several members hit term limits and will no longer be on the committee, along with concerns that...

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