The Statesman is reporting that nine Austin schools may face closure starting as early as 2012.
In amongst the 9 Austin schools "informally" recommended by AISD's facilities task force for closure , 2 gems of 78704 - Zilker & Barton Hills Elementary - have been named. Public (and I'm sure, heated) forums are scheduled for later in the week in advance of formal recommendations from the task force.
Obviously, this is an issue that affects all of us who have chosen to raise children in Central Austin, as all 9 schools potentially up for closure are within the urban core. Nothing against those residents who prefer a more suburban lifestyle, but this does seem at odds with the city's push for more density in & around downtown.
This is a very complicated & emotional issue for city officials and residents alike, and one that will likely be hotly contested in the weeks & months to come.
Rob Albertson is a Realtor and proud South Austinite for over 10 years. He specializes in South Austin Homes for Austin Fine Properties, a Private Label Realty Company, and can be reached at 512.653.8939 or rob@austinfineproperties.com.
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