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Q&A on community school contract payment improvements
10:23:57
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Council Member Rita Joseph inquires about improvements in contract payments to community schools, referencing earlier statements from the Department of Education. Sarah Jonas, representing Children's Aid, confirms some improvements but emphasizes the need for further progress.
- Acknowledgment of efforts made by DOE to improve payment processes
- Indication that while there have been improvements, more work is needed
- Emphasis on the ongoing nature of the issue and the need for continued attention
Rita Joseph
10:23:57
Sarah, DOE earlier said they were getting contract payments to community schools on time.
10:24:01
Have you seen any improvements and delays in these contract payments?
Sarah Jonas
10:24:08
I know that they've been working hard on it.
10:24:10
We have seen some improvements, but we need more and faster.
10:24:14
So I think it's sort of an ongoing issue that needs continued attention, but yes, we do see that there have been some improvements, which we appreciate.
10:24:23
More is needed.