Empty West Contra Costa schools to be leased, not sold
By Shelly Meron/Contra Costa Times
Empty school properties in West Contra Costa will likely be leased, not sold, to help the school district generate much-needed cash and keep unused buildings from being vandalized. The future of four campus buildings was discussed by the school board this week. Members considered potential values and uses, and whether to sell or lease the properties. "There was a definite sentiment that the district not sell property right now," said Bill Fay, associate superintendent for operations. The schools are Seaview Elementary, El Sobrante Elementary and Adams Middle School, which are already closed, and Portola Middle School, which will be closing this year. (more...)