Fresno Unified says Southeast Fresno development plan will lead to closure of several schools

With a critical Fresno City Council vote just days away, Fresno Unified leaders are sounding the alarm, saying the proposed Southeast Development Area (SEDA) could cause a sharp decline in enrollment.

“My message to anybody out there that’s listening is to just consider Fresno Unified as well. Consider the students of Fresno Unified,” pleaded deputy superintendent Ben Drati.

Mayor Jerry Dyer believes the concerns are overblown and that the plan is needed to bring affordable housing and lucrative businesses to the city…

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