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11 Chair McKee referred to Phase 3, and asked if there could be clarification regarding the statement "future funding resources will be identified" in the abstract. Todd LoFrese said the CHCCS tried to align the Phase 2 projects with the funding that was planned for last year in the 10-year CIP. He said it is unknown where Phase 3 funds would come from. James Barrett said if the funds allotted to the CIP can be repurposed for Phase 2 projects, a great deal of progress can be made to make CHCCS safer and stronger. Chair McKee said he does not understand the mechanics of the Lincoln Center project. He is very supportive of pre-K education, and if the consolidation of the program is best, he supports that as well. He said he is unclear how the InterFaith Council (IFC) and Piedmont Health Services play into the project. He can see the benefit to having health services on the campus, but he has heard parental concerns about increasing the access to the school. Todd LoFrese said Lincoln Center is comprised of three main components of the District: consolidated pre-school; Phoenix Academy High School with a larger building to include the mental health component; and administrative offices on the second floor. He said the gym will be preserved. He said earlier this year, an inquiry was received from the IFC and Piedmont Health regarding co-location of services at these facilities. He said there is not enough room on the campus to build another building, thus IFC likely will not fit at the LC. He said discussions are still taking place with Piedmont Health, with the possibility of extending a portion of the Phoenix High School building to house medical and dental services. He said if this were to occur, Piedmont Services would provide the funding in exchange for a 30-year use. Todd LoFrese said this co-location idea is still being considered from an educational viewpoint. He said the co-located services could provide access to early education and health care, both of which are extremely important for child development. He said high school students at Phoenix, and across the District, could benefit from hands on experience and learning in various aspects of the medical field, when considering career choices. Chair McKee said a concern he has with the Lincoln Center project is whether this expenditure of$22 million should come before other issues with safety and security have been addressed. He said he knows that the needs outpace the resources, but of all the projects identified, the Lincoln Center gave him the most reason for pause. James Barrett said completing the Lincoln Center first allows for a full transition plan for the other schools over the next 10 years, as it will allow for flex space to move students around during construction. Commissioner Jacobs thanked Chair McKee for raising this issue. He said this is the first time the Board is hearing details of the Lincoln Center project. Tom Forcella said this project has been presented twice before. Commissioner Jacobs said this is the first time that the Board of County Commissioners has heard about the entire Lincoln Center project, which has been helpful. Commissioner Jacobs asked if Piedmont will be able to provide nursing care, or would the County still have to provide nursing services. Todd LoFrese said that could be a possibility to discuss going forward. Commissioner Dorosin thanked the two school districts for the conversation, and asked both districts to adopt resolutions to repeal HB2. He said school districts are adversely affected in unique ways and have a unique legal standing in the matter. James Barrett said the CHCCS BOE passed a resolution last week, and has learned from their lawyers that policies do not need to be changed. He said gender-neutral bathrooms are being implemented in all middle and high schools. Todd LoFrese provided the following information: