It’s decision day for King George School as HWDSB Trustees ratify their decision to demolish the historic school and neighbouring Parkview Elementary School for a new high school complex as part of the Board’s “Plan B” after Hamilton City Council voted against partnering on a joint high school and recreation centre across the road at the Scott Park site.
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Tonight’s main agenda item is the ratification of the Board’s 6-5 vote to demolish King George as part of a plan to build a new high school in the location. All it takes is one trustee who was in favour to change their mind and the Board’s looking for a “Plan C”.
We should get some idea of how the Board will response to City Council’s movement towards a heritage designation for the building.