Mr. Ekstrom stated a lot of houses have been lost because the program wasn t flexible enough to allow enough time to get the house moved. He stated the other issue is the costs of moving a house. He stated unless the house is really in good condition, it is not worth it to try move it to a different location. Mr. Gleye moved approval of demolition of the proposed eight houses in the Jefferson area. Second by Mr. Norris.
All Members present voted aye and the motion was declared carried.
Mr. Gilmour stated Jessica Thomasson has put together a report on the potential impact closing schools would have on these neighborhoods and on the community. He stated another issue is the buildings themselves. He stated if the School District were to decide to dispose of Woodrow Wilson, Horace Mann, etc., would the new owner change the use of the building. Mr. Ekstrom questioned if it is appropriate for this Commission to be on record with their recommendation regarding closing schools. Ms. Thomasson stated from the School Board meeting last night, the School District has identified Agassiz Junior High as an issue for their long-range planning process.