PACIFIC BEACH – The San Diego Unified School District’s recent decision to temporarily close Crown Point Junior Music Academy’s joint-use field is causing a stir.

There have been complaints about damage and sanitation issues caused by off-leash dogs at the Pacific Beach elementary school, 4033 Ingraham St.

Some people and groups, like the Pacific Beach Town Council, say the school’s previous policy, allowing public access to its joint-use field after-hours, is untenable given its current condition.

“Given that it is increasingly difficult to open new park facilities, we want to see innovative ways to use public spaces for as many to enjoy as possible,” said Charlie Nieto, the town council’s president. “Unfortunately, with the unfolding situation at the (academy’s) joint-use field, we ar

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