Stockade off limits

Stockade Off Limits

A proposal to build a vocational high school on county land next to the fairgrounds has hit a roadblock, with County Mayor Sara Baxter opposing the plan. The project was initially backed by Sheriff Ric Bradshaw and activist Jorge Garrido, who had secured support from the sheriff’s office. Read more at BocaVibe.com.

Background

• The shuttered stockade, set aside for the sheriff’s use, is being considered as a potential site for the vocational school.
• Jorge Garrido, a political activist, had initially secured support from Sheriff Ric Bradshaw to build the school on the county land.

Garrido had claimed that the project was in line with the sheriff’s office’s goals and would provide much-needed training for young people. However, when he went back to Sheriff Bradshaw for approval, he found that the sheriff had changed his mind.

Reasons for Opposition

• The county mayor has expressed concerns about the potential impact on the fairgrounds and the surrounding area.
• Garrido has also faced criticism from some community members who are opposed to the project, citing concerns about the use of public land.

Despite the setback, Garrido remains committed to finding a solution for the vocational school. He is exploring alternative locations and working with local stakeholders to find a way forward.

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In other news, a new policing breakthrough has been announced by PEACE (Palm Beach County Emergency Assistance Coalition). The organization has developed a new system for responding to emergency calls, which is expected to improve response times and reduce wait times for victims.

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Official city info: City of Boca Raton.

Source: Original Report