|
|
Post by Arch on Jun 6, 2008 20:14:16 GMT -6
DrD's opening comment was generic, but there were other comments either in that or other prior meetings from both speakers (mentioning emails floating around the 'south side') and board members (BG being one) about people not wanting to go to WB, and the comments on the web survey, etc. ..those are my recollections anyway Yes, those I remember, but the "entitlement" comment from Dr. D was what I was referring to and not directed to any area. I thought that's what was in question. Sorry if I misread that. The 'entitlement' word is pinned on DrD, yes.. but the projection of the 'anger' at the south was ringing from BG and many public comment speakers well before that time. M2 made a quick quip I believe too at one of the meetings, but I forgot which one offhand; I just noted it in the back of my mind. Honestly, none of that is healthy for the district. |
|
|
|
Post by concerned2 on Jun 6, 2008 22:36:31 GMT -6
Concerned 2, I was wondering why the no vote in 2006 if you were aware of the extreme crowding (especially at Scullen and NV)? I realize you didn't think they would obtain BB but does that mean you were willing to settle for the overcrowding? If the referendum had not passed the SB would have had to do something to relieve the overcrowding and more than likely, this would have meant new boundaries for NV and WV anyway. I do understand why a yes voter would feel betrayed given the assumption of BB and all that came with it, but I can't see how a no voter can be upset that nothing has been done to relieve overcrowding and somehow feel disreguarded geographically by the outcome .  I hope I'm not coming across aggressively. That is not my intent. I truly am trying to understand the viewpoint as I know others have voiced the same sentiments. I am not attempting to answer for concered- but as to why a no voter would feel that way -- here is what a few no voterrs I know feel: 1/ We were promised in 2001 that the freshman centers would fix this 2./ some No voters i know still felt we needed a 7th MS - just not a HS 3/ One of the reasons for no HS was the fact that the SD had a quote for $13M to add 600 seats to NVHS AND fix the hallway situations The is one SB member who if you wrote her would be able to give you a lot of the details around these issues and potential transactions Don't forget the freshman center openings came as a result of a forecast of the HS's topping out at 8800 students. The survey done this March (2008) now forecasts 8931 for 2013 - the peak - A lot of people, including some who still post on this board occasionally ( and do read it) - strongly supported some of these concepts and poo poo'd the 10,400 estimate from the NIU team. It turns out they were more correct number wise. The doc did a great job answering your question. I will also add that in your post you stated that the SB would of had to do something about the crowding situation. My child will never benefit from this 3rd HS. All we will know is crowded schools, no relief for my children. The SB has never addressed the crowding issues we have now. |
|
sardines
Soph
We can fit a few more diagonally
Posts: 73 
|
Post by sardines on Jun 7, 2008 6:50:50 GMT -6
I am not attempting to answer for concered- but as to why a no voter would feel that way -- here is what a few no voterrs I know feel: 1/ We were promised in 2001 that the freshman centers would fix this 2./ some No voters i know still felt we needed a 7th MS - just not a HS 3/ One of the reasons for no HS was the fact that the SD had a quote for $13M to add 600 seats to NVHS AND fix the hallway situations The is one SB member who if you wrote her would be able to give you a lot of the details around these issues and potential transactions Don't forget the freshman center openings came as a result of a forecast of the HS's topping out at 8800 students. The survey done this March (2008) now forecasts 8931 for 2013 - the peak - A lot of people, including some who still post on this board occasionally ( and do read it) - strongly supported some of these concepts and poo poo'd the 10,400 estimate from the NIU team. It turns out they were more correct number wise. The doc did a great job answering your question. I will also add that in your post you stated that the SB would of had to do something about the crowding situation. My child will never benefit from this 3rd HS. All we will know is crowded schools, no relief for my children. The SB has never addressed the crowding issues we have now. Thanks Doctorwho and Concerned 2 for taking the time to share your perspectives with me. I appreciate it. |
|
|
|
Post by rew on Jun 7, 2008 12:48:17 GMT -6
1/3 of the district's ESs are in Aurora, 2/3s are in Naperville... 1/3 of the HSs are in Naperville, 2/3s on the western border of Aurora...now that's planning!
|
|
|
|
Post by macy on Jun 7, 2008 20:49:50 GMT -6
Macy, it has been filled with yummy pancakes! (for the rest of you -it's an inside joke - sorry) I just split apart laughing Snerds! Thanks for the giggle. I think yummy pancakes just might be the solution towards unity for the district. |
|
|
|
Post by Arch on Jun 2, 2009 22:47:51 GMT -6
We did not forget them. They went to their closest school, straight shot down Book to NV. Hang a right and be ready for a quick left. Done. Fast Forward I cannot wait to resurrect these posts in 2009 to show how silly they all sound because the dust will have settled, carpools will have been established and even safe bike routes will be known to all. Really, is there nothing else of import to discuss other than "My problem is bigger than your problem?" B-O-R-I-N-G (EXCLAMATION POINT) You can resurrect these any time you want. I'll just bump the thread for you to help out. |
|
|
|
Post by rew on Aug 31, 2009 7:06:12 GMT -6
Strange question.... what ever happened to the legal fees owed the BB attorneys? Has that all been settled?
|
|
|
|
Post by doctorwho on Aug 31, 2009 7:37:43 GMT -6
Strange question.... what ever happened to the legal fees owed the BB attorneys? Has that all been settled? The land also has not been sold and that was shown as an 'asset' on the MV cost balance sheet What's a few million here or there ?  |
|
I hope I'm not coming across aggressively. That is not my intent. I truly am trying to understand the viewpoint as I know others have voiced the same sentiments.
