Water plant work coming The city of Fairmont’s water plant clearly has seen better days. It was built in the 1920s and has fundamental problems, such as old wiring, and outmoded and outdated equipment. New drinking water standards and complaints about odor and taste likewise beg questions about upgrading the facility. But where, when and for how much? A planning team is examining these questions and more, such as the city’s future water needs. We appreciate the careful study. We hope citizens are aware of the pending construction. Why not keep working? We learned this week that many Americans are continuing to work right on past their retirement age. And it isn’t necessarily for financial reasons. While many of us may dream of idle days on tropical beaches, the truth is that that can become a dull existence. People who retire after having honed their skills over an entire career can find themselves bored, depressed and unwanted.