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Manatee School Board votes to negotiate partnership for Powell Community Center adjacent to Rogers Elementary
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The School Board of Manatee County on Nov. 10 voted 5–0 to authorize district staff to begin negotiations with the Powell Police Athletic League to develop a Powell Community Center adjacent to Rogers Elementary.
The School Board of Manatee County on Nov. 10 voted 5–0 to authorize district staff to begin negotiations with the Police Athletic League (Powell) on a partnership to create a Powell Community Center adjacent to Rogers Elementary.
Supporters, including Mayor Brown and Powell leaders, described the center as a multiuse hub combining athletics, adult education, early‑learning supports and community services. Carl Reynolds, an attorney representing Powell, said the plan builds on long‑standing local programs and “there's a once in a lifetime opportunity” to combine private, municipal and nonprofit resources. Jason Bartz of NDC…
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