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Board approves playground purchase while some trustees question capital priorities
Summary
Trustees voted to award a bid for playground equipment at Clark School of Discovery to VPS Recreation using capital outlay funds; several board members raised concerns that capital funds could instead be used toward facility needs in communities affected by closures.
The board approved the purchase of playground equipment for Clark School of Discovery from VPS Recreation following a bid process. Staff said three vendors initially expressed interest and the winning proposal was selected after one withdrew.
During debate, some trustees questioned whether capital outlay funds should be used for new playground equipment at a time when the district is considering disposal of other school properties and facing budget shortfalls. One trustee said proceeds from any property dispositions would feed capital outlay, but others worried about consistency with past statements to communities affected by school closures. The motion to purchase carried after board discussion; the vote in open session was taken by voice.
