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Educators tell city council parking fines are forcing students to miss therapy
Summary
At a council hearing, a council member warned that missed physical and speech therapy sessions can harm child development; a witness representing educators said heavy parking fines, towing and garage fees force teachers to miss class and urged the council to seek accommodations. No formal motions or votes were recorded.
A council member told the city council that missed physical and speech therapy sessions — even skipping once or twice a week — can have measurable effects on a child’s development and classroom progress. The speaker praised teachers who work with children with disabilities and credited Councilor Murphy for bringing the topic to the…
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