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Tanya Ortiz-franklin

Oct 15, 2026

17:54
Have you decided which schools you're going to close? Because that is a very emotional decision for members of the community who often see the school as the center of their community.
18:04
Absolutely.
18:05
No decisions have been made.
18:06
And exactly what you mentioned, we're taking that into consideration and deciding with our communities.
18:12
That's really the best approach.
18:13
My background is in restorative justice, and we always say the best decisions are made with those who are most impacted by them, which is why we really want folks to come to these engagement sessions, because the board is not going to make a unilateral decision without talking to all of our stakeholders and engaging over many years on a very community by community basis.
18:35
Another factor is thinking about equity.
20:41
So do you anticipate a big battle with the unions over your plan?

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