NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday night issued the following statement regarding the Board of Education of Baltimore County’s postponement of the vote on a middle school redistricting plan.

“On Tuesday night, the Board of Education postponed a motion offered by Fifth District School Board member Julie Henn that would have finalized a middle school redistricting plan for the Eastside.

“The option that was the heart of this plan was supported by 71 percent of respondents in a survey. It was the culmination of months of public meetings, and tens of thousands of dollars, to design a proposal that respected historical community boundaries and neighborhood diversity.

“Now, some want to ignore the overwhelming support of those most affected by redistricting. They want to block it – ‘the proposal doesn’t go far enough!’ We know the outcome some want: a plan that will carve up school districts and thwart the will of those most impacted.

“The process worked. Our parents and students deserve consistency. Finalize a map that respects the will of the people.”

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