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School board debates sequencing, authority and funding for 'Future Ready' capital plan ahead of vote
Summary
Ahead of a scheduled vote, Pittsburgh Public Schools board members pressed staff about funding, sequencing and whether program changes (including sunsetting the elementary magnet program) require board approval. Staff said the plan assumes general obligation bonds for renovations and stressed the interdependence of plan elements.
Director Walker opened discussion on new business item 17.01, a resolution to accept and authorize implementation steps for the district's 'Future Ready' capital plan and asked for board comment.
Director Silk said she had "real concerns if we end up not being able to, to pass this resolution," and asked about procedural options and what staff could proceed with if the board delayed or rejected the measure. Director Walker told members the board could either table the resolution — which would require a motion, second and majority vote — or hold a vote; if the resolution fails, it can only be brought back by a director who voted no, under current…
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