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City/SLUSD Liaison Committee Highlights March 20, 2008 Page 2 There was further discussion on bringing an improved football field back to SLHS (San Leandro High School); Councilmember Grant commented on parking and the new improvements to the PG&E easement. Board Member Richards stated he would like to continue reviewing options for the field, but that there were immediate needs that must be met (e. g., bathrooms, bleachers). Board Member Davis commented that the District was not charging users enough to maintain the property. There was discussion on a potential joint bond for facilities and facilities agreement. Mayor Santos noted another organization that sponsors track-related events, and will make improvements. Mr. Jermanis stated that the City would explore some concepts, including the Field of Dreams model, and report back to the committee. 2. Discussion Re arg ding- Renovation and Maintenance of San Leandro Hi~hool Swimming Pool High School Facilities Manager Greg Dyer reported that the pool would be open for use by the high school swim team and the San Leandro Swim Team by March 31. More work will need to be done in the future. They will be able to operate through February 2009. Board Member Davis expressed his hope that the City and District work closely together to plan for a longer future for the facility. Mr. Jermanis stated that full cost estimates should be obtained. He also mentioned that both the SLHS pool and the concept of a competitive pool at Washington Manor were brought up for discussion at the recent City Council retreat and will be a future discussion at a Work Session. Board Member Richards mentioned that he had heard there might be pool facility grant funds available at the state level. 3. Discussion of City and District Budget Issues Superintendent Christine Lim reported that the Board will be considering hiring a consultant at the April 1 meeting to conduct a survey to determine the level of community support for a bond. San Leandro revenue limits are in the middle, when compared to other districts in Alameda County. The District is not considering teacher lay-offs at this time; 1.5 administrative positions are being considered. She asked if additional survey questions related to Burrell Field and the SLHS swim pool should be considered. Mayor Santos reported that an Ad Hoc committee of the City Council will be meeting to discuss revenue enhancements and bonds. Mr. Jermanis commented that the economy is impacting all agencies and suggested that the City and District consider working together, as the City is also experiencing an approximate $4 million shortfall. Councilmember Gregory asked if the survey could address issued shared by both agencies. There was general discussion on timing, maintenance needs, and scheduling with an election cycle. Mayor Santos reported that a letter in opposition to school budget cuts had been sent to the governor.