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Austin City Council is asserting control over shared parks and public spaces on ten Austin Independent School District campuses closing this summer. They aim to establish a standard process for transferring city-owned land, including fair compensation, and are exploring partnerships or buyouts for new uses. Superintendent Matias Segura supports the structure but emphasizes the districts leadership in decision-making. Council members like Ryan Alter and Vanessa Fuentes express concerns about losing parkland, particularly after the closure of Widén Elementary. The district has already repurposed six campuses into housing projects and early childhood spots. Updates on land transfers and partnership details are expected by late May and Augusts end, respectively.

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