A bond measure is on the November 3, 1998, ballot to raise money to repair our neighborhood schools. Following voter approval, the projects listed below will be completed at this school. In addition, the school will be allocated sufficient classroom space to support extended-day kindergarten and $100 per student to fund other site-specific repairs or improvements eligible for bond expenditures. If Proposition MM passes, Dewey Elementary will receive repairs and improvements in the following categories: 

• Major Repairs
• Technology Upgrades
• Library Expansion
• Health and Safety
• Additional Neighborhood School

MAJOR REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENT WHICH INCLUDES:

• Repair/replace outdated electrical systems.
• Repair/replace carpeting.
• Repair plumbing/ drainage/sewers.
• Repair/replace damaged ceiling tiles. 
• Repair/replace door and window assemblies as needed. 
• Replace asphalt tiles.
• Repair/replace asphalt and concrete paving (playgrounds, athletic courts) 
• Other major projects identified (e.g., irrigation, fencing, erosion, bleachers, etc.)

• Replacement of playground equipment with new equipment which meets state and federal safety regulations.
• Modifications required by code to improve ventilation.

REPAIR/UPGRADE TECHNOLOGY AND ELECTRICAL WIRING
Technology infrastructure will be installed in accordance with the district's technology plan, including electrical power upgrade where needed, and additional electrical outlets in each classroom.

ADDITIONAL LIBRARY FACILITIES
Based on specific site conditions, this project will either expand the existing library or construct a new library.

A PERMANENT LUNCH COURT STRUCTURE WILL BE CONSTRUCTED

ADDITIONAL SPACE FOR INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT/COUNSELING/PARENT ACTIVITIES
Additional building space will be provided to augment the support space available for counseling, special education program delivery, parent activities, and conference areas. Specific use of the space will be at the site's discretion.

Declaration of Need and Statement of Assurance
In response to the urgent repair needs of our aging schools, the Board of Education voted to place a Repair Our Neighborhood Schools bond on the November 3, 1998, general election ballot.

Proposition MM will pay for urgent repairs and renovations needed at each of the district's 167 schools and will improve existing classrooms, construct new classrooms, upgrade electrical systems for technology, build libraries and science classrooms, and ensure all schools meet safety regulations.

Following voter approval of Proposition MM on November 3, 1998, the Board of Education hereby agrees to carry out the projects listed in this contract for
 

By entering into this contract, the Board of Education will create a binding obligation between the San Diego Unified School District and this neighborhood school. Further, an Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee has been established to ensure that the terms of this contract are fulfilled.

Date: September 10, 1998

Approved by:

Alan Bersin Superintendent of Public Education
Loyal Carlon Principal	Teresa K. Hardsity, M.D. Parent

Board of Education Ron Ottinger, President
Francis O'Neill Zimmerman		Sue Braun
John de Beck		Ed Lopez

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