Comment 93384

By highwater (registered) | Posted October 18, 2013 at 10:03:28

I do not recall seeing any reports from engineers or architects about the possibility of the renewal of existing schools, only a chart showing the total dollar value of all repairs needed.

Ah yes. The infamous ReCapp numbers.

The City of Hamilton and the HWDSB need to work in cooperation. I noted that City councillors were absent from every North ARC meeting. I understand that there may have been conflicts with the time of the meeting. How much effort was made to accommodate the busy schedules of the councillors?

AFAIC, 90% of the blame for the current state of board/city relations lies with the board. They adamantly refuse to acknowledge that their decisions have any impact beyond school property lines, or on the well-being of children after 3:30pm. Parents and community members who attempt to advocate for the community's stake in local schools are accused of putting their own interests above what's best for the children.

While it would have been wise from a political perspective for councillors to show their colours at the public ARC meetings, I can tell you from experience that it would have had no impact whatsoever on the results. Brian McHattie was very active in the Dalewood ARC, particularly behind the scenes meeting with both board and provincial reps to try to negotiate a solution that would keep Prince Philip open, but to no avail.

I'm glad council finally stood up to this arrogant, isolationist board by refusing to partner with them in the North high school debacle. Looks good on them.

Comment edited by highwater on 2013-10-18 10:03:49

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