Chase council met with school board members Monday to discuss the empty Haldane Annex and other matters of mutual interest.
Council asked a number of questions regarding the tennis courts. The board was interested in the project, but identified it as a pursuit for the school PAC (Parental Advisory Council). Both parties agreed its completion is important.
Council was also concerned about the old Haldane Annex elementary school, wondering what is to be done with the empty building.
Other areas, such as Clearwater, have been able to take what was formerly a school building and lease the land for $1 a year. By pairing up with a non-profit organization, they have been able to access grant money and turn the building into useable space for the community.
While procedures had prevented the municipality from taking on such an initiative in the past, it was suggested these problems may no longer be an issue.
Village chief administrative officer Joni Henrich says staff is looking at ways in which the municipality can work with the school board, and put this empty space to use. She said that while the possibility of new office space is intriguing, they would need to look at it more to figure out a plan.
Parking at schools was another issue raised by council.
