Neighbours of Ecole Willows Elementary school are concerned about parking and green spaces after hearing about potential plans to add more portables.
Michael and Sue Yakubowich were disappointed they werenB次元官网网址檛 given prior notice of a presentation SD61 gave to the school community on Jan. 24 because they werenB次元官网网址檛 able to voice their concerns or ask questions.
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Yakubowich thinks there needs to be more communication with the broader community. He noted sites such as the old Richmond or Uplands schools could work better B次元官网网址� even adding something into the Carnarvon Park updates.
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The Yakubowich family spent 14 years with the Willows PAC while their children went through the local schools.
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