HBCSD Corruption

The Misinformation:

(1) Tom Bakaly, Hermosa Beach City Manager (2012-2016):

"The deed restriction indicates that programmed activities must be for recreational purposes.” Update on Proposed Expansion of P.A.R.K. After School Program, October 8, 2013. 

(2) Pat Escalante, HBCSD Superintendent (2012-2020):

“During the public comment section of the meeting, several residents asked the City Council and Board to consider the use of the Community Center (formally Pier Avenue School) to house school children.  For over a year, this suggestion has been investigated by the City, District and State agencies, and eliminated as a viable option for the following reasons:”

“Existing Data/Facts: October 8, 2013 – City Staff report was unanimously approved and filed, that states: The Community Center is the property of the City and is not for sale; the deed restriction states that programmed activities must be for recreational purposes…”  May 2014 Board Highlights (sent to HBCSD parents)

(3) Terry Tao, HBCSD attorney (2002-): Slide: Restrictions on Future Use:

“So, ah, in this Agreement are the restrictions on future use. [Article 9, Future Use of Property] Essentially the restrictions are, if it’s ever not used for recreation purposes again, then it gets transferred back to the school

district.”

Slide: Right of Re-entry under Quimby: “And of course the right of reentry if the property is not used for the recreation or community purpose that it’s being used for.”  May 31, 2016 presentation to the Joint meeting of the HB City Council members and HBCSD School Board members.  Time Stamp: 02:12:37