Doug Jackson
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Doug Jackson
decide draw
We still need to decide what we can afford. Where do we draw the line?
eighteen hope hour join saying states
I hope we can join eighteen other states in saying that $5.15 an hour is not enough.
accomplish
There is no way $1.5-million will accomplish all these things on the list.
approach community discussed financial judicious later outdoor phased pool talking
We feel the community is talking about a community center, which could be phased in or discussed at a later date. We want to get the outdoor pool solidified. We have to approach this in a financial and judicious way.
appeal confident elementary good state trust uphold win
We're confident (the state board) will uphold the elementary appeal and it will be a good way to win the trust of the district.
approve council integral operating ownership public time work
We want the public to feel ownership in the process. We have to look at our finances. We have $1.5-million to work with. We are operating under two constraints -- time and money. If the public comes back with more (money for other options), it's up to council to approve it. Council is an integral part of the process.
costs decisions design elements people understand
We want people to understand that we have to look at maintenance costs and staffing in decisions on design elements for the pool.