Hutson is investigating broken security equipment she says was allowed to languish for months, as well as potentially missing records from the Gusman administration.
Abramson officials deny the district’s assertions and requested a retraction.
Under a new plan, the city will prioritize finishing all roadwork currently underway, rather than rushing to spend everything by August 2023.
The city insisted on a specific equipment manufacturer for a WiFi contract. The company had previous dealings with firms and city employees at the center of the smart cities investigation.
The bill, which has already passed the state Senate, advanced through a House committee on Tuesday.
The analysis will help inform the district’s “right-sizing” plan which could include school closures as enrollment declines in the city.
The council passed a non-binding resolution urging the Cantrell administration to improve the program and secure a FEMA extension.
King Charter School leases a district-owned building.
