Discuss school district's proposals to close several Richmond schools
In Plain English
The West Contra Costa Unified School District wants to close multiple schools in Richmond. The city council will discuss these closure proposals and decide what position the city should take. If schools close, it affects neighborhood property values, student commutes, and community gathering spaces.
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Votes
Continue to go forward with all nine conditions and move with the caveat that if the State Surplus Bill is not successful, the City will make the pledge to the State Trustee for the $1.5 million dollars for fiscal year 2011, and with the understanding that all schools in Richmond are removed from school closure during the period of the Municipal Services Agreement
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