Despite many offers to negotiate, Dr. Eastwood has been unwilling to sit down with Mayor DeStefano to discuss and negotiate their differences over solutions for the water/sewer problems for the new elementary school. Dr. Eastwood has drawn a line in the sand and refuses to work with the mayor towards a solution. Dr. Eastwood has attempted to work around the mayor on related issues and has contacted the mayor's subordinates rather than dealing directly with him. Although there may be substance to Dr. Eastwood's position, his stubbornness and unwillingness to negotiate with the mayor demonstrates a greater concern for his own ego rather than a concern for the district and the need for our students.
Here is the letter that was sent to Mayor DeStefano from Mr. Carl Thurnau, Director of Facilities for the state education department, and below is the mayor's response. This should clarify this issue.
from the mayor -
