There is an increasing disquiet among us about the quality
of our public schools. The most obvious is teaching and
instruction, which of course the school board of trustees
and school administrators effect. The quality of school life
also includes issues such as safety, after-school programs,
athletics and facilities, which should be addressed by both
council and the two school distric
I support any positive efforts directed at improving the
relationship between the city and the two school districts.
Key Point: If elected, I would be willing to serve in any
appropriate liaison role between council and school
districts. I support increased partnering between the city
and the school districts which solve problems of mutual
concern or provide benefits to the constituents of both
entities. Safety is an example of an issue which is both the
responsibility of the city and the schools. The best
solutions to safety concerns will come from partnering
activities. After school care is another community need
which is most optimally addressed through broader efforts,
such as partnering. Community facilities are one last
example where partnering is important. In the future the
city and the school districts should join forces to develop
facilities which serve multiple community uses, such as the
proposed Ralston Middle School multi-use performing arts
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