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Description of Issue
The expansion of the Richards School building onto the current location of the 19-space staff parking lot
necessitates reallocation of exterior space at the school, specifically involving the relocation of the school's on-site
parking. The new multipurpose room at Richards will have benefits for students, staff, and the community alike.
The reallocation of exterior space at the school should have a similarly equitable impact.
The exterior of Richards is currently used for two main purposes: staff parking, and space for children to play and
exercise. An equitable response to the building addition maintains the current proportional division between these
two exterior site uses. Two options are available to achieve this equity: 1) Develop currently unused space for
either parking or play/exercise, or 2) A proportional loss of space for each use – less room for staff to park, and
less room for kids to play and exercise.
The school district has drafted seven proposals for relocating the parking lot at Richards:
http://www.wfbschools.com/District/PRESS%20RELEASE-RI%20Parking%20Lot%20Options.pdf
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please share your thoughts via email with the following individuals:
• James Rickabaugh, District Superintendent, Jim.Rickabaugh@wfbschools.com, 414-963-3901
• Shawn Yde, District Business Manager, Shawn.Yde@wfbschools.com, 414-963-3959
• Marie Greco, School Board President, Marie.Greco@wfbschools.com, 414-963-4446