Accept additional funding to extend after-school program at Lavonya DeJean Middle School
In Plain English
The city runs an after-school program at Lavonya DeJean Middle School through a partnership with the school district. The school district is offering extra money to keep the program running until June 30, 2008. If approved, students continue having access to supervised activities and homework help after regular school hours.
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Votes
Approve the contract amendment
8 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved a contract amendment to extend the after-school program at Lavonya DeJean Middle School through June 30, 2008. The school district is providing additional funding to keep the program running, which offers students supervised activities and homework help after regular school hours. This routine administrative decision ensures continuity of services that families already rely on. The vote continues the council's typical pattern of strong support for contract items.
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