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THE OFFICIAL COPY CONSIDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL IS THE FIRST READER COPY.
INTRODUCTORY*
CITY OF BALTIMORE
COUNCIL BILL R
(Resolution)
Introduced by: Councilmember Reisinger (On behalf of the Administration)
A RESOLUTION ENTITLED
A COUNCIL RESOLUTION concerning
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Beverage Container Tax - Dedication of Revenue to the Public School Construction and Renovation Special Fund
FOR the purpose of stating the commitment of the Administration to dedicate revenues received from the Beverage Container Tax starting in fiscal year 2014 to the Public School Construction and Renovation Special Fund for the specific purposes of school construction and capital projects.
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The state of Baltimore City Public School facilities is in woeful disrepair. The current backlog for school construction and renovation has been estimated at anywhere from $1 billion to $2.8 billion in order to create a suitable, healthier, and more competitive learning environment for our children.
High quality school facilities have a measurable positive impact on rates of student learning, attendance, and graduation. Studies have shown that school facilities in poor condition contribute to lower student achievement and higher rates of absenteeism and dropouts. School facilities also affect a district's ability to attract and retain high quality teachers, which directly impacts student achievement. School facilities in poor condition can also pose threats to the health and safety of staff and students.
Unfortunately, the City School System is not only challenged...
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